Chronic Pain Counselling in Fairfield West, NSW

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Growth Psychology Consulting
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Fairfield West, NSW 2165
We are a team of psychologists in the Liverpool. We see clients for various issues such as but not limited to anxiety, depression , gambling, adjustment issues, relationship issues , marriage counselling , self esteem , children, adolescents private clients, workcover, CTP , solicitors reports. We help in guiding you for whatever life changes you are going through.
We are a team of psychologists in the Liverpool. We see clients for various issues such as but not limited to anxiety, depression , gambling, adjustment issues, relationship issues , marriage counselling , self esteem , children, adolescents private clients, workcover, CTP , solicitors reports. We help in guiding you for whatever life changes you are going through.
(02) 8880 5183 View (02) 8880 5183

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Raynor Michelle Lander
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Harris Park, NSW 2150
I enjoy collaborating with clients to solve their problems and enrich their lives. I work with clients experiencing trauma, work place harassment, & chronic pain as well as depression and anxiety.. I also work with couples. I enjoy seeing people overcome their challenges & move on with their lives I offer EMDR & Clinical Hypnosis which frequently expedites real change in a relatively short time.
I enjoy collaborating with clients to solve their problems and enrich their lives. I work with clients experiencing trauma, work place harassment, & chronic pain as well as depression and anxiety.. I also work with couples. I enjoy seeing people overcome their challenges & move on with their lives I offer EMDR & Clinical Hypnosis which frequently expedites real change in a relatively short time.
(02) 7804 4786 View (02) 7804 4786
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Veronica Ing
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Fairfield, NSW 2165
I practice as a Clinical Psychologist and I am passionate about implementing holistic practices to help people live a more authentic, compassionate and fulfilling life. I have a particular interest in self-development and spirituality. I work with adult clients who present with low mood, anxiety, panic and worry, symptoms of acute and complex trauma, emotion regulation difficulties, anger problems, feelings of overwhelm or stress, chronic pain, low self-worth, feeling lost or stuck in life, relationship concerns, family dynamic difficulties, existential and spiritual concerns, and adjusting to major life transitions.
I practice as a Clinical Psychologist and I am passionate about implementing holistic practices to help people live a more authentic, compassionate and fulfilling life. I have a particular interest in self-development and spirituality. I work with adult clients who present with low mood, anxiety, panic and worry, symptoms of acute and complex trauma, emotion regulation difficulties, anger problems, feelings of overwhelm or stress, chronic pain, low self-worth, feeling lost or stuck in life, relationship concerns, family dynamic difficulties, existential and spiritual concerns, and adjusting to major life transitions.
(02) 8105 6236 View (02) 8105 6236
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Centre for Meaningful Growth
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Seven Hills, NSW 2147
Maria can offer psychometric assessments and therapy for a range of child, adolescent and adult mental health presentations, including depression, anxiety, complex trauma & PTSD, OCD, chronic pain, grief/loss, interpersonal difficulties, learning difficulties, Autism and ADHD.
Maria has a keen interest in children as well as women’s health and has extensive experience with perinatal mental health and child development. She is passionate about supporting new parents as they navigate the exciting yet challenging transition to parenthood. Having worked extensively in the area of pregnancy loss, Maria has provided much-needed support to families through their grieving process, offering a compassionate and understanding approach. Maria’s dedication to comprehensive care for parents extends from planning to conceive through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Maria speaks fluent tagalog (Filipino).
Maria can offer psychometric assessments and therapy for a range of child, adolescent and adult mental health presentations, including depression, anxiety, complex trauma & PTSD, OCD, chronic pain, grief/loss, interpersonal difficulties, learning difficulties, Autism and ADHD.
Maria has a keen interest in children as well as women’s health and has extensive experience with perinatal mental health and child development. She is passionate about supporting new parents as they navigate the exciting yet challenging transition to parenthood. Having worked extensively in the area of pregnancy loss, Maria has provided much-needed support to families through their grieving process, offering a compassionate and understanding approach. Maria’s dedication to comprehensive care for parents extends from planning to conceive through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Maria speaks fluent tagalog (Filipino).
(02) 8609 3207 View (02) 8609 3207
Sava Tsolis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Smithfield, NSW 2164
He also has extensive experience in the area of Chronic Pain Management as a result of his work in the Concord Hospital Pain Clinic.
BArts-Psych (Hons), Macquarie University MPsych (Clinical), University of New South Wales Sava Tsolis is the founder and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Insight Psychology Group. He has many years experience working in both public and private settings with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degree in Psychology from Macquarie University and a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of New South Wales.
He also has extensive experience in the area of Chronic Pain Management as a result of his work in the Concord Hospital Pain Clinic.
BArts-Psych (Hons), Macquarie University MPsych (Clinical), University of New South Wales Sava Tsolis is the founder and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Insight Psychology Group. He has many years experience working in both public and private settings with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degree in Psychology from Macquarie University and a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of New South Wales.
(02) 9757 6400 View (02) 9757 6400
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Dr Evelyn Gasparillo
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Bossley Park, NSW 2176  (Online Only)
Dr Evelyn Gasparillo works with adult from 18 to 80+. You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues. • Chronic pain.
Dr Evelyn Gasparillo works with adult from 18 to 80+. You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues. • Chronic pain.
(08) 6336 9960 View (08) 6336 9960
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Luke Wright
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Seven Hills, NSW 2147
I have extensive experience across the public and private sector treating concerns as broad as emotional regulation, attachment concerns and chronic pain or illness.
I am a compassionate, non-judgemental and validating clinician who strives to facilitate a therapy environment where my clients can feel relaxed, understood and leave each session with new insights or skills to face life’s challenges, no matter what it might be! I believe that there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. My therapeutic approach puts my clients at the centre of their therapy journey, collaboratively working towards their own unique goals or values and tailoring a treatment modality that works for them.
I have extensive experience across the public and private sector treating concerns as broad as emotional regulation, attachment concerns and chronic pain or illness.
I am a compassionate, non-judgemental and validating clinician who strives to facilitate a therapy environment where my clients can feel relaxed, understood and leave each session with new insights or skills to face life’s challenges, no matter what it might be! I believe that there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. My therapeutic approach puts my clients at the centre of their therapy journey, collaboratively working towards their own unique goals or values and tailoring a treatment modality that works for them.
(02) 8609 3742 View (02) 8609 3742
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Christina Dionisopoulos
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Rhodes, NSW 2138
As a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years experience I understand the need to access support as soon as possible and to ensure that the client is provided with the tools and strategies in order for them to make positive changes in their lives. That is why TIVITI was established . To provide Positivity through Psychology. My aim is to help empower people to explore the challenges they are facing in life and make positive changes.
As a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years experience I understand the need to access support as soon as possible and to ensure that the client is provided with the tools and strategies in order for them to make positive changes in their lives. That is why TIVITI was established . To provide Positivity through Psychology. My aim is to help empower people to explore the challenges they are facing in life and make positive changes.
(02) 8806 1212 View (02) 8806 1212
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Jessica Cortes
Psychologist, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153
Please only call the mobile . J & Co values holistic care, providing the latest scientific evidence based best practices. It aims at providing a safe, confidential, and accepting space to explore life’s challenges. Further, the clinic gives people the tools they need to effectively deal with their psychological well-being and improve their quality of life.
Please only call the mobile . J & Co values holistic care, providing the latest scientific evidence based best practices. It aims at providing a safe, confidential, and accepting space to explore life’s challenges. Further, the clinic gives people the tools they need to effectively deal with their psychological well-being and improve their quality of life.
(02) 8403 0921 View (02) 8403 0921
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Amina Hallak
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roselands, NSW 2196
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety and depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community. I have chosen to focus on women’s mindfulness, specifically because Islam emphasises the value of a woman and the importance of them being treated with respect, not being taken advantage of due to the vulnerability. Islam also conveys the rights of women, supporting them in seeking counselling in a time of need..
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety and depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community. I have chosen to focus on women’s mindfulness, specifically because Islam emphasises the value of a woman and the importance of them being treated with respect, not being taken advantage of due to the vulnerability. Islam also conveys the rights of women, supporting them in seeking counselling in a time of need..
(02) 8766 0476 View (02) 8766 0476
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iflow Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Strathfield, NSW 2135
Confidential, advanced psychological counselling services. Invest in your psychological well-being and optimise your quality of life. Address issues in your life, grow and succeed. The first step, calling, is the hardest. We make the rest easy. Contact us and we will guide you the rest of the way. No obligation.
Confidential, advanced psychological counselling services. Invest in your psychological well-being and optimise your quality of life. Address issues in your life, grow and succeed. The first step, calling, is the hardest. We make the rest easy. Contact us and we will guide you the rest of the way. No obligation.
(02) 8766 0541 View (02) 8766 0541
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Paula Barham
Psychotherapist, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Bankstown, NSW 2200
My goal is to make my clients feel understood without feeling judged by me. People come to therapy mainly for clarity and peace of mind. Many of my clients feel comfortable with me and can be themselves without any pretense. I use different types of therapy for different clients. My aim is to support my client and make them feel they are in control of their life.
My goal is to make my clients feel understood without feeling judged by me. People come to therapy mainly for clarity and peace of mind. Many of my clients feel comfortable with me and can be themselves without any pretense. I use different types of therapy for different clients. My aim is to support my client and make them feel they are in control of their life.
(02) 9159 6101 View (02) 9159 6101
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Mickey Skidmore
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Liverpool, NSW 2170  (Online Only)
My primary clinical focus is on grief & loss, and associated issues of depression and anxiety. I provide services exclusively online (tele-health) to emphasise flexibility and scheduling convenience (eliminating travel and parking hassles) while ensuring increased privacy in the comfort in your own environment. My primary approach to therapy emphasises Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing methods that are underscored and influenced by Ericksonian Approaches to hypnosis and psychotherapy. I also have a strong passion for providing clinical supervision and services to other professionals.
My primary clinical focus is on grief & loss, and associated issues of depression and anxiety. I provide services exclusively online (tele-health) to emphasise flexibility and scheduling convenience (eliminating travel and parking hassles) while ensuring increased privacy in the comfort in your own environment. My primary approach to therapy emphasises Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing methods that are underscored and influenced by Ericksonian Approaches to hypnosis and psychotherapy. I also have a strong passion for providing clinical supervision and services to other professionals.
(02) 8294 2030 View (02) 8294 2030
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HD Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bankstown, NSW 2200
HD psychologists have been serving all communities and individuals for the last 20 years. We focus on ADHD and Autism (including assessments), Asperger, Depression, Anxiety, Children and Adolescent psychology, Stress and Pain management etc. We provide fluent English, Chinese, French and Farsi services. We offer psychological assessment reports such as but not limited to: reports to educational institutions, immigration, expert witness psychological assessment reports for courts. We have immediate availabilities to help you in all situations.
HD psychologists have been serving all communities and individuals for the last 20 years. We focus on ADHD and Autism (including assessments), Asperger, Depression, Anxiety, Children and Adolescent psychology, Stress and Pain management etc. We provide fluent English, Chinese, French and Farsi services. We offer psychological assessment reports such as but not limited to: reports to educational institutions, immigration, expert witness psychological assessment reports for courts. We have immediate availabilities to help you in all situations.
(02) 9158 6085 View (02) 9158 6085
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Stacey Admiraal
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Telopea, NSW 2117
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
(02) 7804 4995 View (02) 7804 4995
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Clear Choice Clinic Counselling & Psychological
Counsellor, MC
Verified Verified
Blacktown, NSW 2148
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
(02) 6189 2732 View (02) 6189 2732
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Tania Rose
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool, NSW 2170
Tania Rose is a neurodiversity-affirming and queer-affirming psychotherapist providing support for adults and their loved-ones Australia-wide. Tania's 30 years of experience includes working with Autistic and ADHD adults who may self-identify or have a formal diagnosis and wish to build capacity, aid recovery, or aim for renewal. Tania Rose supports empowerment to address client issues, focusing on the unique experience of each individual. Supporting queer, neurodivergent, differently-abled, and creative clients. Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) and unique relationship styles welcome. Zoom sessions are available for remote support.
Tania Rose is a neurodiversity-affirming and queer-affirming psychotherapist providing support for adults and their loved-ones Australia-wide. Tania's 30 years of experience includes working with Autistic and ADHD adults who may self-identify or have a formal diagnosis and wish to build capacity, aid recovery, or aim for renewal. Tania Rose supports empowerment to address client issues, focusing on the unique experience of each individual. Supporting queer, neurodivergent, differently-abled, and creative clients. Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) and unique relationship styles welcome. Zoom sessions are available for remote support.
(02) 4708 9622 View (02) 4708 9622
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Grief Talk- Mariam Middleton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
Blacktown, NSW 2148
At Grief Talk, Mariam offers individual counselling sessions, support groups, and workshops to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Whether someone has experienced the loss of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, or any other form of profound loss, Mariam provides unwavering support and guidance through the healing process. Mariam empowers her clients to navigate the complex emotions of grief, fostering resilience, self-compassion, and personal growth. She helps individuals develop healthy coping strategies, gain a deeper understanding of their emotions, and find meaning and purpose in their lives once again.
At Grief Talk, Mariam offers individual counselling sessions, support groups, and workshops to individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Whether someone has experienced the loss of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, or any other form of profound loss, Mariam provides unwavering support and guidance through the healing process. Mariam empowers her clients to navigate the complex emotions of grief, fostering resilience, self-compassion, and personal growth. She helps individuals develop healthy coping strategies, gain a deeper understanding of their emotions, and find meaning and purpose in their lives once again.
(02) 9100 0757 View (02) 9100 0757
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Clinical Psychology & Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Wentworthville, NSW 2145
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
(02) 8069 5406 View (02) 8069 5406
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Ganesh Tamang
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Wiley Park, NSW 2195
I am a Nepalese certified practicing Counsellor and Psychotherapist, registered with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I hold a Master of Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy degree. I am trained and experienced to apply range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic, recovery-oriented , and culturally safe focusing on the client’s concerns (stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship). I work with individual, couple, and family.
I am a Nepalese certified practicing Counsellor and Psychotherapist, registered with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I hold a Master of Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy degree. I am trained and experienced to apply range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic, recovery-oriented , and culturally safe focusing on the client’s concerns (stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship). I work with individual, couple, and family.
(02) 8105 5791 View (02) 8105 5791
Chronic Pain Counsellors

How does chronic pain therapy work?

Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?

Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.

Are there new treatments for chronic pain?

Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.

How long does therapy for chronic pain take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.