Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Forest Lodge, NSW
While my approach is tailored to each person's unique self and circumstances, my practice tends to draw on trauma informed approaches including internal family systems, schema therapy and EMDR.
Clients present to therapy for a variety of reasons. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.
While my approach is tailored to each person's unique self and circumstances, my practice tends to draw on trauma informed approaches including internal family systems, schema therapy and EMDR.
Clients present to therapy for a variety of reasons. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.
I combine science-based approaches with practical, evidence-informed strategies, drawing on brain science, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, overthinking, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, or major life transitions. Many of my clients don't know exactly what's wrong—they just know they don't feel like themselves anymore. I provide a warm, non-judgemental space where we explore the patterns behind these experiences, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools that help clients feel more confident, resilient, and connected to themselves.
I combine science-based approaches with practical, evidence-informed strategies, drawing on brain science, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, overthinking, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, or major life transitions. Many of my clients don't know exactly what's wrong—they just know they don't feel like themselves anymore. I provide a warm, non-judgemental space where we explore the patterns behind these experiences, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools that help clients feel more confident, resilient, and connected to themselves.
I am genuinely curious about the hopes, dreams and inner workings of anyone that comes to see me. Together, we can navigate where you want your life to go and any obstacles you wish to overcome: identifying your personal values, desires, yearnings, and any emotional conflicts or confusions - acknowledging patterns in your relationships, behaviour with others, and the influence of social & cultural factors on 'identity' and quality of life. Feeling heard, seen and understood is vitally important.
I am genuinely curious about the hopes, dreams and inner workings of anyone that comes to see me. Together, we can navigate where you want your life to go and any obstacles you wish to overcome: identifying your personal values, desires, yearnings, and any emotional conflicts or confusions - acknowledging patterns in your relationships, behaviour with others, and the influence of social & cultural factors on 'identity' and quality of life. Feeling heard, seen and understood is vitally important.
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I am a Relationships Therapist and Sexologist. I am extremely passionate about helping clients have healthier more fulfilling relationships. I work with all types of relationships from monogamy to consensual non monogamy. I also work with mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, painful sex, performance anxiety and out of control sexual behaviors. I am passionate about diversity and equality and aim to walk beside my clients on their journey providing a non-judgmental, supportive and safe environment. I am sex-positive, LGBTIQ, Poly and BDSM friendly.
I am a Relationships Therapist and Sexologist. I am extremely passionate about helping clients have healthier more fulfilling relationships. I work with all types of relationships from monogamy to consensual non monogamy. I also work with mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, painful sex, performance anxiety and out of control sexual behaviors. I am passionate about diversity and equality and aim to walk beside my clients on their journey providing a non-judgmental, supportive and safe environment. I am sex-positive, LGBTIQ, Poly and BDSM friendly.
I am a warm, pragmatic and strengths-based psychologist, whose goal is to build long-lasting, healthy change in your life. My aim is for you to walk away from sessions with actionable goals and a better understanding of yourself, feeling empowered to use a personalised toolbox of strategies to facilitate this long-lasting change. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to your specific needs. I have a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Masters of Clinical Psychology.
I am a warm, pragmatic and strengths-based psychologist, whose goal is to build long-lasting, healthy change in your life. My aim is for you to walk away from sessions with actionable goals and a better understanding of yourself, feeling empowered to use a personalised toolbox of strategies to facilitate this long-lasting change. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to your specific needs. I have a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Masters of Clinical Psychology.
Qualified and experienced Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor specialising in treatment for a broad range of people from adolescents to adults of all ages.- If you are struggling with Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mood Disorders, ADHD) - Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Gaming, Work and Eating Disorders) - Trauma (Childhood Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse) - Grief and Loss (Unresolved Grief and Empty Chair Work Therapy) - Co-Dependency in Relationships (Conflict, Boundaries and Communication Issues) then I have the skill set to help you overcome these challenges if you are willing to do the work.
Qualified and experienced Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor specialising in treatment for a broad range of people from adolescents to adults of all ages.- If you are struggling with Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mood Disorders, ADHD) - Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Gaming, Work and Eating Disorders) - Trauma (Childhood Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse) - Grief and Loss (Unresolved Grief and Empty Chair Work Therapy) - Co-Dependency in Relationships (Conflict, Boundaries and Communication Issues) then I have the skill set to help you overcome these challenges if you are willing to do the work.
Most of my clients have tried to explain themselves to someone before (a friend, a previous therapist, a partner) and walked away feeling misunderstood.
I work with LGBTQA+ folks, people in kink and ethically non-monogamous relationships, and survivors of sexual, domestic and family violence; as well as anyone who's navigating identity, relationships, or just a quiet feeling that something needs to shift.
Most of my clients have tried to explain themselves to someone before (a friend, a previous therapist, a partner) and walked away feeling misunderstood.
I work with LGBTQA+ folks, people in kink and ethically non-monogamous relationships, and survivors of sexual, domestic and family violence; as well as anyone who's navigating identity, relationships, or just a quiet feeling that something needs to shift.
It is normal to feel challenged by life at times. However, if you feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, overwhelmed, or you are seeking to increase self-understanding, perhaps I can help. I'm a clinical and forensic psychologist. My services include individual therapy, relationship therapy, and neuroaffirming autism / ADHD assessment.
It is normal to feel challenged by life at times. However, if you feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, overwhelmed, or you are seeking to increase self-understanding, perhaps I can help. I'm a clinical and forensic psychologist. My services include individual therapy, relationship therapy, and neuroaffirming autism / ADHD assessment.
My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT.
I believe that each person is doing the best they can with the resources they have. I humbly support you in developing more adaptive patterns, and support networks, and help you tap into your innate wisdom and healing potential.
My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT.
I believe that each person is doing the best they can with the resources they have. I humbly support you in developing more adaptive patterns, and support networks, and help you tap into your innate wisdom and healing potential.
Couples counselling in Sydney for communication, conflict and connection, along with support for men’s mental health.
I work with couples who feel stuck in cycles of conflict, miscommunication, or emotional distance, and men navigating stress, pressure, and relationship challenges. You might be having the same arguments, avoiding difficult conversations, or feeling disconnected despite trying. I help you slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and develop practical ways to communicate more effectively, reduce tension, and move forward with greater clarity and direction.
Couples counselling in Sydney for communication, conflict and connection, along with support for men’s mental health.
I work with couples who feel stuck in cycles of conflict, miscommunication, or emotional distance, and men navigating stress, pressure, and relationship challenges. You might be having the same arguments, avoiding difficult conversations, or feeling disconnected despite trying. I help you slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and develop practical ways to communicate more effectively, reduce tension, and move forward with greater clarity and direction.
I am a Mental Health Occupational Therapist (MHOT) with passion and experience in working with young people in their teens and twenties. As a MHOT I provide psychological and practical interventions that focus on supporting young people do the activities that are meaningful to them, which mental health challenges may be getting in the way of. My intervention approach involves passionately providing authentic, nurturing and compassionate therapeutic partnership, with a splash of humour. I also use a neurodiversity affirming approach in my practice to foster safety and person-centred care for all.
I am a Mental Health Occupational Therapist (MHOT) with passion and experience in working with young people in their teens and twenties. As a MHOT I provide psychological and practical interventions that focus on supporting young people do the activities that are meaningful to them, which mental health challenges may be getting in the way of. My intervention approach involves passionately providing authentic, nurturing and compassionate therapeutic partnership, with a splash of humour. I also use a neurodiversity affirming approach in my practice to foster safety and person-centred care for all.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I also incorporate Internal Family Systems and Polyvagal Theory into my practice.
We all have our reasons for seeking therapy—maybe you’re feeling stuck, lonely, or need a bit of direction in life. Whatever your reason, know that it comes from a desire to make a change and improve the aspects of your life that no longer serve you. Taking that first step to reach out can be a little scary, but it’s also an incredible display of courage. I genuinely believe everyone wants to be heard, seen, and accepted just as they are. Therapy offers a welcoming space to find acceptance and lead a more fulfilling life.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I also incorporate Internal Family Systems and Polyvagal Theory into my practice.
We all have our reasons for seeking therapy—maybe you’re feeling stuck, lonely, or need a bit of direction in life. Whatever your reason, know that it comes from a desire to make a change and improve the aspects of your life that no longer serve you. Taking that first step to reach out can be a little scary, but it’s also an incredible display of courage. I genuinely believe everyone wants to be heard, seen, and accepted just as they are. Therapy offers a welcoming space to find acceptance and lead a more fulfilling life.
Want to reduce your emotional pain & suffering, improve your mental health, satisfaction with life, & live a richer, more meaningful, purposeful & enjoyable life? Want to work with extremely skilled, experienced, dedicated, enthusiastic professionals who really care? At ST &A Psychology with compassion, & understanding, we will truly get to know you, your issues, struggles, preferences, availability & needs to carefully match you with the best psychologist (based on their skills, experience, style & availability), to help you…well. We commit fully, provide value each & every session to help you change your life & manage your issues
Want to reduce your emotional pain & suffering, improve your mental health, satisfaction with life, & live a richer, more meaningful, purposeful & enjoyable life? Want to work with extremely skilled, experienced, dedicated, enthusiastic professionals who really care? At ST &A Psychology with compassion, & understanding, we will truly get to know you, your issues, struggles, preferences, availability & needs to carefully match you with the best psychologist (based on their skills, experience, style & availability), to help you…well. We commit fully, provide value each & every session to help you change your life & manage your issues
Hi there! I offer warm, attuned care and pride myself in my ability to guide with a mix of whip fast evidence based problem solving, and unconditional encouragement and support. My biggest professional and personal flex is my unwavering commitment to joy, whimsy, and light, and I marry that to a depth of training to tailor interventions. Neurodivergent embracing, LGBTQ celebrating, I invite you at your most authentic.
Book through my website to be seen ASAP, I have after hours availability at the moment!
Hi there! I offer warm, attuned care and pride myself in my ability to guide with a mix of whip fast evidence based problem solving, and unconditional encouragement and support. My biggest professional and personal flex is my unwavering commitment to joy, whimsy, and light, and I marry that to a depth of training to tailor interventions. Neurodivergent embracing, LGBTQ celebrating, I invite you at your most authentic.
Book through my website to be seen ASAP, I have after hours availability at the moment!
I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including the Internal Family System ( IFS), Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including the Internal Family System ( IFS), Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
With advanced training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), and somatic therapies, I support you to process the shock, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild your sense of self.
My ideal client is a high-functioning, emotionally intelligent woman blindsided by betrayal- infidelity, porn use, or secret-keeping. She feels anxious, disoriented, and unsafe. She needs clinical healing, clarity, and real support. Her goal is to reclaim her voice, rebuild self-trust, and feel whole again- not just surviving, but rising stronger, wiser, and deeply empowered. I offer EMDR intensives specifically designed for betrayed partners, combining deep clinical healing with focused, trauma-informed support.
With advanced training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems ( IFS), and somatic therapies, I support you to process the shock, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild your sense of self.
My ideal client is a high-functioning, emotionally intelligent woman blindsided by betrayal- infidelity, porn use, or secret-keeping. She feels anxious, disoriented, and unsafe. She needs clinical healing, clarity, and real support. Her goal is to reclaim her voice, rebuild self-trust, and feel whole again- not just surviving, but rising stronger, wiser, and deeply empowered. I offer EMDR intensives specifically designed for betrayed partners, combining deep clinical healing with focused, trauma-informed support.
My approach is deeply sensitive and trauma informed, drawing on my training in Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Process Work, Poly Vagal Theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR and couples therapy.
I work as an holistic psychotherapist, acknowledging the complex interconnection between mind, heart, body and soul. Through my academic background in social anthropology, I also integrate a deep awareness of the social, cultural, systemic and ancestral factors that influence our sense of self in the world.
I support the individual to find their own meaning and understanding, drawing on the their unique inner wisdom to guide the process of healing. This is done in a sensitive, attuned, person-centred manner to help those dealing with grief, anxiety, trauma, depression, shame, relational issues, illness, stress and/or addiction.
My approach is deeply sensitive and trauma informed, drawing on my training in Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Process Work, Poly Vagal Theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, EMDR and couples therapy.
I work as an holistic psychotherapist, acknowledging the complex interconnection between mind, heart, body and soul. Through my academic background in social anthropology, I also integrate a deep awareness of the social, cultural, systemic and ancestral factors that influence our sense of self in the world.
I support the individual to find their own meaning and understanding, drawing on the their unique inner wisdom to guide the process of healing. This is done in a sensitive, attuned, person-centred manner to help those dealing with grief, anxiety, trauma, depression, shame, relational issues, illness, stress and/or addiction.
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
Welcome, I'm Kel. Whether in person or online, sharing the most vulnerable parts of yourself can feel daunting. I know, because I've been there too. That's why I want you to know who I am and how I can support you, before we even meet, so you can arrive with your mind and heart a little more at ease.
I believe you don't need to be "fixed" because you were never broken. Life is messy, relationships are complex, and feelings are big, that's not a problem to solve, it's the human experience that we all navigate. Understanding who we are at our core so we can decide what parts of us to let go, and which to water and grow is key.
Welcome, I'm Kel. Whether in person or online, sharing the most vulnerable parts of yourself can feel daunting. I know, because I've been there too. That's why I want you to know who I am and how I can support you, before we even meet, so you can arrive with your mind and heart a little more at ease.
I believe you don't need to be "fixed" because you were never broken. Life is messy, relationships are complex, and feelings are big, that's not a problem to solve, it's the human experience that we all navigate. Understanding who we are at our core so we can decide what parts of us to let go, and which to water and grow is key.
You may look like you're holding it together. Inside, it's a different story.
My clients carry a low hum of tension that never quite switches off. Or they brace for the moment someone finally gets tired of them, never fully letting their guard down. Or they live with a quieter difficulty: a persistent feeling something is fundamentally wrong with them that others can see and they cannot fix.
Many have tried other approaches. Too distant, too clinical, too focused on symptoms without touching what is underneath.
You don't need the right words. You need to arrive willing to look.
You may look like you're holding it together. Inside, it's a different story.
My clients carry a low hum of tension that never quite switches off. Or they brace for the moment someone finally gets tired of them, never fully letting their guard down. Or they live with a quieter difficulty: a persistent feeling something is fundamentally wrong with them that others can see and they cannot fix.
Many have tried other approaches. Too distant, too clinical, too focused on symptoms without touching what is underneath.
You don't need the right words. You need to arrive willing to look.
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What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.