Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Faulconbridge, NSW
Strategic psychotherapy is a brief therapy which is solution-focused and outcome-based. It focuses on HOW you do what you do and not WHY. I won’t be delving into your past and seek “reasons” (ie tough childhood), I uncover and address the very pillars you have unconsciously developed that create and sustain the problem. The integration of hypnotherapy accelerates the therapeutic outcomes. Clients experience relief more rapidly, as the hypnotic state enhances receptivity to change, streamlining the path to recovery.
Strategic psychotherapy is a brief therapy which is solution-focused and outcome-based. It focuses on HOW you do what you do and not WHY. I won’t be delving into your past and seek “reasons” (ie tough childhood), I uncover and address the very pillars you have unconsciously developed that create and sustain the problem. The integration of hypnotherapy accelerates the therapeutic outcomes. Clients experience relief more rapidly, as the hypnotic state enhances receptivity to change, streamlining the path to recovery.
PACFA-registered Clinical Counsellor and psychotherapist, Natalie Harman has extensive experience and an unrivalled understanding of hospital workplace culture. As the Founder of Becoming Mindful Natalie Harman delivers tailored wellbeing programs in hospital workplaces which include individual counselling and coaching to equip doctors with the tools needed to move beyond survival to thriving. Natalie’s trauma-informed clinical approach and deep understanding of hospital environments enables her to integrate several therapeutic techniques that are tailored to meet the individual needs of both the client and department.
PACFA-registered Clinical Counsellor and psychotherapist, Natalie Harman has extensive experience and an unrivalled understanding of hospital workplace culture. As the Founder of Becoming Mindful Natalie Harman delivers tailored wellbeing programs in hospital workplaces which include individual counselling and coaching to equip doctors with the tools needed to move beyond survival to thriving. Natalie’s trauma-informed clinical approach and deep understanding of hospital environments enables her to integrate several therapeutic techniques that are tailored to meet the individual needs of both the client and department.
I work best with people who genuinely want to move toward greater peace, clarity, and connection. You might come to therapy because:
You carry anxiety or depression that doesn’t feel resolved despite your best efforts
You’ve experienced trauma, grief, or loss, and the past still shows up in your thoughts, moods, or relationships
You find yourself repeating negative patterns—old schemas—that keep you frustrated, stuck, or in conflict
Parts of you feel fragmented or in conflict.
You’re in a relationship that’s struggling—communication is poor, trust is strained, or you feel disconnected
I work best with people who genuinely want to move toward greater peace, clarity, and connection. You might come to therapy because:
You carry anxiety or depression that doesn’t feel resolved despite your best efforts
You’ve experienced trauma, grief, or loss, and the past still shows up in your thoughts, moods, or relationships
You find yourself repeating negative patterns—old schemas—that keep you frustrated, stuck, or in conflict
Parts of you feel fragmented or in conflict.
You’re in a relationship that’s struggling—communication is poor, trust is strained, or you feel disconnected
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Whether you’re facing challenges with mood, anxiety, relationships, or motivation, you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to help.
Our team of Psychologists and Mental Health Accredited Social Workers offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We work collaboratively to support meaningful change and emotional well-being.
We also provide comprehensive assessments for children and teens, including ADHD, autism (ASD), and cognitive evaluations, to help guide understanding, support, and next steps.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Whether you’re facing challenges with mood, anxiety, relationships, or motivation, you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to help.
Our team of Psychologists and Mental Health Accredited Social Workers offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We work collaboratively to support meaningful change and emotional well-being.
We also provide comprehensive assessments for children and teens, including ADHD, autism (ASD), and cognitive evaluations, to help guide understanding, support, and next steps.
Does busyness, exhaustion or anxiety mean you don’t have the energy to be living as you hope for yourself? Have you experienced trauma or are going through big transitions that feel overwhelming? Is being a parent leaving you at your wit's end? Perhaps your relationship is struggling and you long to feel like a team and have more understanding of and for each other. Jo is passionate about helping individuals, families and couples find a way forward that is right for you.
Does busyness, exhaustion or anxiety mean you don’t have the energy to be living as you hope for yourself? Have you experienced trauma or are going through big transitions that feel overwhelming? Is being a parent leaving you at your wit's end? Perhaps your relationship is struggling and you long to feel like a team and have more understanding of and for each other. Jo is passionate about helping individuals, families and couples find a way forward that is right for you.
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I work with teenagers and young adults, people living with chronic illness, those navigating miscarriage and infant loss, carers experiencing burnout, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges.
My approach is warm, genuine, and conversational. Counselling with me isn't about sitting across from someone who quietly nods and asks, "How does that make you feel?" all session. I believe the best conversations involve curiosity, reflection, perspective, practical support, and sometimes even a little humour.
I work with teenagers and young adults, people living with chronic illness, those navigating miscarriage and infant loss, carers experiencing burnout, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges.
My approach is warm, genuine, and conversational. Counselling with me isn't about sitting across from someone who quietly nods and asks, "How does that make you feel?" all session. I believe the best conversations involve curiosity, reflection, perspective, practical support, and sometimes even a little humour.
I have over seven years of experience in helping adults and young adults that are experiencing a mental imbalance within themselves and in their relationships.
Now accepting new clients. If you’re exhausted from feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of low self-worth, trauma, or painful relationships, you’re not alone. Temporary fixes can leave those wounds open, making it hard to trust yourself or others. Together, we’ll face the root causes of your pain, not just the surface symptoms and build tools that help you break free for good. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start healing, book a free 30-minute consultation.
I have over seven years of experience in helping adults and young adults that are experiencing a mental imbalance within themselves and in their relationships.
Now accepting new clients. If you’re exhausted from feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of low self-worth, trauma, or painful relationships, you’re not alone. Temporary fixes can leave those wounds open, making it hard to trust yourself or others. Together, we’ll face the root causes of your pain, not just the surface symptoms and build tools that help you break free for good. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start healing, book a free 30-minute consultation.
Rohita Atri is a registered psychologist with over 16 years’ experience. Her key interests lie in supporting clients in emotional management, anxiety, stress and depression. Due to working and living in a number of countries, Rohita appreciates the impact of culture in families and can support cross cultural clients navigate through difficulties in adjusting in school or the workplace. Rohita is very experienced in dealing with workplace challenges and also experienced in supporting clients through stress, anxiety and depression.
Rohita Atri is a registered psychologist with over 16 years’ experience. Her key interests lie in supporting clients in emotional management, anxiety, stress and depression. Due to working and living in a number of countries, Rohita appreciates the impact of culture in families and can support cross cultural clients navigate through difficulties in adjusting in school or the workplace. Rohita is very experienced in dealing with workplace challenges and also experienced in supporting clients through stress, anxiety and depression.
I also do Adult & Child Cognitive Assessments.
Hi I am Maria Waris Nawaz, My ideal client is someone navigating emotional overwhelm, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or identity confusion. They may feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, burnt out from caregiving, or unsettled after a major life transition. What they truly want is relief, clarity, and confidence to move forward. They seek a safe space to unpack their emotions, understand their inner world, and create meaningful change. They’re not looking for quick fixes they want deep, lasting shifts in how they live and connect with others.
I also do Adult & Child Cognitive Assessments.
Hi I am Maria Waris Nawaz, My ideal client is someone navigating emotional overwhelm, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or identity confusion. They may feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, burnt out from caregiving, or unsettled after a major life transition. What they truly want is relief, clarity, and confidence to move forward. They seek a safe space to unpack their emotions, understand their inner world, and create meaningful change. They’re not looking for quick fixes they want deep, lasting shifts in how they live and connect with others.
Are you feeling unhappy about your relationship? Are you arguing about the same issues and unable to reach a solution? I help people create better relationships with themselves, and with other people. I help couples to learn how to grow through relationship challenges, build relationship health and resilience and learn new ways to communicate. I work with parents to create a family culture that is enjoyable, healthy and supportive to all. I work with new mums who feel lost, out of control, feeling nothing is working. I work with clients who have anxiety, depression or stress. I work with you to help yourself, whatever the issues.
Are you feeling unhappy about your relationship? Are you arguing about the same issues and unable to reach a solution? I help people create better relationships with themselves, and with other people. I help couples to learn how to grow through relationship challenges, build relationship health and resilience and learn new ways to communicate. I work with parents to create a family culture that is enjoyable, healthy and supportive to all. I work with new mums who feel lost, out of control, feeling nothing is working. I work with clients who have anxiety, depression or stress. I work with you to help yourself, whatever the issues.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Hi Im Lenore,
I offer support for grief, anxiety, work stress, life transitions, and educator wellbeing.
Compassionate Counselling in Blacktown and Telehealth across Australia and Internationally. I also run small group workshops on anxiety through out the year.
Hi Im Lenore,
I offer support for grief, anxiety, work stress, life transitions, and educator wellbeing.
Compassionate Counselling in Blacktown and Telehealth across Australia and Internationally. I also run small group workshops on anxiety through out the year.
I work with adults, teens and children.
I am a Psychologist with over 13 years experience in working with people across a wide range of issues. I am passionate about helping people to find a way to address these difficulties and barriers that they feel are holding them back in life. I specifically enjoy working with those presenting with mood disorders, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, infidelity and parenting but am not limited to these areas in relation to expertise. I am warm, empathetic and non judgmental and strive to create a safe space to explore difficult issues. A positive experience of therapy is my goal for you.
I work with adults, teens and children.
I am a Psychologist with over 13 years experience in working with people across a wide range of issues. I am passionate about helping people to find a way to address these difficulties and barriers that they feel are holding them back in life. I specifically enjoy working with those presenting with mood disorders, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, infidelity and parenting but am not limited to these areas in relation to expertise. I am warm, empathetic and non judgmental and strive to create a safe space to explore difficult issues. A positive experience of therapy is my goal for you.
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.
Paul Thompson is a registered psychologist with many years of experience in not-for-profit and private practice settings, providing psychological support for a range concerns.
His approach emphasises warmth, trust, safety and ensuring that the treatment approach is collaboratively developed and informed by feedback throughout.
Paul Thompson is a registered psychologist with many years of experience in not-for-profit and private practice settings, providing psychological support for a range concerns.
His approach emphasises warmth, trust, safety and ensuring that the treatment approach is collaboratively developed and informed by feedback throughout.
I have extensive experience working with adults whom are facing life changes, loss, anxiety, stress, depression, relational challenges and identity.
Life is challenging and can demand a lot of us, we all need support at times to navigate the changes and stressors that come.
I have extensive experience working with adults whom are facing life changes, loss, anxiety, stress, depression, relational challenges and identity.
Life is challenging and can demand a lot of us, we all need support at times to navigate the changes and stressors that come.
Are you experiencing self doubt, anxiety, stress and feel stuck. Do you need to talk to someone who cares enough to listen and support you towards change you want to experience? Sharing struggles and offloading can help one see things in a different light and work towards the desired changes. Looking into past experiences, learnt behaviors and unhelpful thoughts and how they entrap us, can bring healing and set us free to pursue what we desire.
Are you experiencing self doubt, anxiety, stress and feel stuck. Do you need to talk to someone who cares enough to listen and support you towards change you want to experience? Sharing struggles and offloading can help one see things in a different light and work towards the desired changes. Looking into past experiences, learnt behaviors and unhelpful thoughts and how they entrap us, can bring healing and set us free to pursue what we desire.
In-person psychology sessions in Macquarie Park and online appointments across Australia for adults seeking practical, grounded support.
I work with people who appear to be functioning well on the outside but privately feel stuck in patterns they can't seem to break. This might include gambling, compulsive online behaviours, burnout, perfectionism, or recurring cycles that affect relationships, work, finances, or self-confidence.
I have a particular interest in working with men in their 20s to 40s who are looking for practical, grounded support and a fresh perspective on challenges they've often been carrying on their own.
In-person psychology sessions in Macquarie Park and online appointments across Australia for adults seeking practical, grounded support.
I work with people who appear to be functioning well on the outside but privately feel stuck in patterns they can't seem to break. This might include gambling, compulsive online behaviours, burnout, perfectionism, or recurring cycles that affect relationships, work, finances, or self-confidence.
I have a particular interest in working with men in their 20s to 40s who are looking for practical, grounded support and a fresh perspective on challenges they've often been carrying on their own.
Sandplay therapist for adults, teens, children (5yrs & up) & / General counselling / Post-separation parenting and co-parenting counselling.
As a wholistic counsellor my goal is to engage you in a meaningful self-exploration process to support healing and personal growth. I specialise in a symbol-work method that's effective in reaching deeper, underlying issues. These issues can present as stress, relationship problems, work issues, conflict, insecurity, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, frustration, confusion, hoarding, addiction. Potential outcomes are heightened self-awareness, unveiling of hidden/unconscious truths, emotional blockages released, increased self-esteem, heightened clarity, reduced confusion, improvement in general wellbeing.
Sandplay therapist for adults, teens, children (5yrs & up) & / General counselling / Post-separation parenting and co-parenting counselling.
As a wholistic counsellor my goal is to engage you in a meaningful self-exploration process to support healing and personal growth. I specialise in a symbol-work method that's effective in reaching deeper, underlying issues. These issues can present as stress, relationship problems, work issues, conflict, insecurity, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, frustration, confusion, hoarding, addiction. Potential outcomes are heightened self-awareness, unveiling of hidden/unconscious truths, emotional blockages released, increased self-esteem, heightened clarity, reduced confusion, improvement in general wellbeing.
My ideal client is living in a way that is not aligned with what they know is possible. This may be because of the impact of trauma, or ongoing emotional discomfort that feels hard to shift. They often appear capable on the outside, yet internally feel overwhelmed, flat, anxious or self critical. They want relief from distress, but also a deeper understanding of why they react the way they do. Ultimately, they are seeking steadiness, self trust and the ability to respond to life with greater clarity and choice.
My ideal client is living in a way that is not aligned with what they know is possible. This may be because of the impact of trauma, or ongoing emotional discomfort that feels hard to shift. They often appear capable on the outside, yet internally feel overwhelmed, flat, anxious or self critical. They want relief from distress, but also a deeper understanding of why they react the way they do. Ultimately, they are seeking steadiness, self trust and the ability to respond to life with greater clarity and choice.
Nearby Adults Therapists Searches for Faulconbridge
- Blaxland
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- Glenbrook
- Hazelbrook
- Lawson
- Penrith
- Richmond
- Springwood
- Warrimoo
- Wentworth Falls
FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Australia hold various credentials depending on their training. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by these professional organisations. Psychologists must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist, General Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.