Codependency Counselling in Forster, NSW

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Victoria Rose Emery
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Online Only
Telehealth only - BULK Bill (if needed) with MHCP Ref. Reasonable private fees. An Australian wide service assisting with all issues. A highly experienced professional assisting in the resolution of issues impacting you. Extensive experience in working with relationship issues, conflict, separation, loss, grief, life span, depression, anxiety, adjustment, pathology, communication, nutritional management, trauma, employment, grievances, conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trust, boundaries. self-care and self-esteem. Here to assisting you - look forward to meeting you - give me call
Telehealth only - BULK Bill (if needed) with MHCP Ref. Reasonable private fees. An Australian wide service assisting with all issues. A highly experienced professional assisting in the resolution of issues impacting you. Extensive experience in working with relationship issues, conflict, separation, loss, grief, life span, depression, anxiety, adjustment, pathology, communication, nutritional management, trauma, employment, grievances, conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trust, boundaries. self-care and self-esteem. Here to assisting you - look forward to meeting you - give me call
(07) 3132 0790 View (07) 3132 0790
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Counselling Solution—Forster & Port Macquarie
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Forster, NSW 2428
When people first speak with us, they express feelings like, desperate, angry, helpless, stressed, lost, no-sense-of–belonging, not-good-enough, overwhelmed, and not-knowing-where-to-start. You may be feeling desperate, finding your life has unravelled, and that you have lost your way… When we meet, you are inviting us alongside you on your journey seeking understanding, meaning, and direction.
When people first speak with us, they express feelings like, desperate, angry, helpless, stressed, lost, no-sense-of–belonging, not-good-enough, overwhelmed, and not-knowing-where-to-start. You may be feeling desperate, finding your life has unravelled, and that you have lost your way… When we meet, you are inviting us alongside you on your journey seeking understanding, meaning, and direction.
0421 224 070 View 0421 224 070

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Dr Julie-May Brown
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am an experienced, accredited EMDR and trauma-oriented clinician with extensive expertise in treating clinicians, veterans, and civilians. My approach is ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered, and draws upon a diverse repertoire of specialized skills and advanced training. I am committed to providing a safe, effective, and tailored therapeutic experience to my clients, many of whom are extremely vulnerable, and fearful of engaging with a therapist.
I am an experienced, accredited EMDR and trauma-oriented clinician with extensive expertise in treating clinicians, veterans, and civilians. My approach is ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered, and draws upon a diverse repertoire of specialized skills and advanced training. I am committed to providing a safe, effective, and tailored therapeutic experience to my clients, many of whom are extremely vulnerable, and fearful of engaging with a therapist.
0421 778 204 View 0421 778 204
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Linda Harrison
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
NOTE: My books have re-opened and I have a few spots available. Description: Are you feeling low, anxious, sad, burnt out or struggling to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone can thrive, and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
NOTE: My books have re-opened and I have a few spots available. Description: Are you feeling low, anxious, sad, burnt out or struggling to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone can thrive, and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
(02) 8503 8915 View (02) 8503 8915

Online Therapists

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Sam Solly
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Newcastle, NSW 2300
My name is Sam Solly and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist and Accredited EMDR therapist. My areas of interest include relationship difficulties, burnout, stress and perfectionism, PTSD, sexual assault/abuse, Complex Developmental Trauma, disassociation, birth trauma, miscarriage. I also like to work with clients to resolve negative core beliefs, “I’m no good enough, I’m a failure” and targeting reoccurring issues in your life: ending up in the wrong relationships, having trouble making decisions, recurrent feelings or hopelessness or lack of control. I enjoy working with veterans and combat PTSD.
My name is Sam Solly and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist and Accredited EMDR therapist. My areas of interest include relationship difficulties, burnout, stress and perfectionism, PTSD, sexual assault/abuse, Complex Developmental Trauma, disassociation, birth trauma, miscarriage. I also like to work with clients to resolve negative core beliefs, “I’m no good enough, I’m a failure” and targeting reoccurring issues in your life: ending up in the wrong relationships, having trouble making decisions, recurrent feelings or hopelessness or lack of control. I enjoy working with veterans and combat PTSD.
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Kas Herring
Counsellor, PACFA
Toronto, NSW 2283
I am passionate about supporting people to connect deeply and authentically with their sense of self and relationships. I support clients to gain a deeper awareness of their situation, identify wants and dreams, process barriers and pain, in order to enhance well-being and relationships! I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and am compassionate, experiential, motivational and relational and offer this freely within my sessions so you may step into your best, true self all the time. I believe that with the right support, we have all it takes in our own bodies to grow and heal !
I am passionate about supporting people to connect deeply and authentically with their sense of self and relationships. I support clients to gain a deeper awareness of their situation, identify wants and dreams, process barriers and pain, in order to enhance well-being and relationships! I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and am compassionate, experiential, motivational and relational and offer this freely within my sessions so you may step into your best, true self all the time. I believe that with the right support, we have all it takes in our own bodies to grow and heal !
(02) 4050 0169 View (02) 4050 0169
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Martina Magnery
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Newcastle, NSW 2300
I am a psychotherapist and relationship coach with a passion for helping those who find themselves stuck, depressed, anxious, blocked, or those restless and looking for solutions for finding a fulfilling better quality of life.
I am a psychotherapist and relationship coach with a passion for helping those who find themselves stuck, depressed, anxious, blocked, or those restless and looking for solutions for finding a fulfilling better quality of life.
(02) 4071 8307 View (02) 4071 8307
Catherine Stokoe
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
I am a qualified, skilled and highly experienced therapist with over 20 years in practice. My approach is warm, compassionate and effective. I am committed to working in collaboration with you to develop an individualised and specifically tailored course of therapy that works. I offer short term counselling to target specific issues, and longer term therapy to identify, explore, and resolve the deeper underlying patterns and drivers of distress. I will help you understand yourself better, gain the skills you need to stay well and happy, and move towards living a life of choice, freedom and peace.
I am a qualified, skilled and highly experienced therapist with over 20 years in practice. My approach is warm, compassionate and effective. I am committed to working in collaboration with you to develop an individualised and specifically tailored course of therapy that works. I offer short term counselling to target specific issues, and longer term therapy to identify, explore, and resolve the deeper underlying patterns and drivers of distress. I will help you understand yourself better, gain the skills you need to stay well and happy, and move towards living a life of choice, freedom and peace.
(02) 5603 4216 View (02) 5603 4216
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Janine Epere
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACA-L4
Brookfield, NSW 2420
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
(02) 4058 4578 View (02) 4058 4578
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Inner Balance Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, FAPS
Newcastle East, NSW 2300
Hi. I'm Kylie Di Battista and I am a Counselling and Clinical Psychologist with over two decades of experience. I provide counselling for a wide range psychological challenges including anxiety, depression, panic attacks and relationship problems. During sessions I aim to offer strategies to manage the immediate difficulties, and also to address the issues underlying a current problem which may arise from family conflict, a low sense of self-esteem or intergenerational trauma. Often clients present during times of life transition, such as new parenthood or relationship breakdown, which can be portals to enormous transformation.
Hi. I'm Kylie Di Battista and I am a Counselling and Clinical Psychologist with over two decades of experience. I provide counselling for a wide range psychological challenges including anxiety, depression, panic attacks and relationship problems. During sessions I aim to offer strategies to manage the immediate difficulties, and also to address the issues underlying a current problem which may arise from family conflict, a low sense of self-esteem or intergenerational trauma. Often clients present during times of life transition, such as new parenthood or relationship breakdown, which can be portals to enormous transformation.
(02) 4058 2927 View (02) 4058 2927
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The Couples' Therapy Room
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Newcastle, NSW 2300
Welcome! I’m Aicha, a French couple counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals through the challenging terrain of their relationships. Whether you're experiencing communication breakdowns, constant conflict, trust issues, intimacy challenges, infidelity, or navigating major life transitions such as parenthood or career changes, I'm dedicated to providing you with the tools and support you need to rebuild and strengthen your relationship. I also offer support to couples dealing with mental health concerns such as anxiety or ADHD, helping you navigate these complexities with empathy and practical strategies.
Welcome! I’m Aicha, a French couple counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals through the challenging terrain of their relationships. Whether you're experiencing communication breakdowns, constant conflict, trust issues, intimacy challenges, infidelity, or navigating major life transitions such as parenthood or career changes, I'm dedicated to providing you with the tools and support you need to rebuild and strengthen your relationship. I also offer support to couples dealing with mental health concerns such as anxiety or ADHD, helping you navigate these complexities with empathy and practical strategies.
(02) 4082 6778 View (02) 4082 6778
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Melanie Cox
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Adamstown, NSW 2289
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate challenges like addiction, domestic violence, personality disorders, and acute mental health struggles. I am deeply committed to creating a safe, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental space where people feel heard, valued, and empowered. Therapy should be a place of trust and connection, free from stigma or shame. No matter where someone is in their journey, my goal is to support them in finding hope, clarity, and the tools they need to move forward with confidence and self-compassion.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate challenges like addiction, domestic violence, personality disorders, and acute mental health struggles. I am deeply committed to creating a safe, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental space where people feel heard, valued, and empowered. Therapy should be a place of trust and connection, free from stigma or shame. No matter where someone is in their journey, my goal is to support them in finding hope, clarity, and the tools they need to move forward with confidence and self-compassion.
(02) 4075 7106 View (02) 4075 7106
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Kylie Woods
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton Beach, NSW 2263
My ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, stress, or navigating life transitions. They might have difficulty expressing emotions, building confidence, or finding balance. Their goal is to feel more in control, connected, and at peace. They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts and emotions, wanting to grow, heal, and gain clarity. Through art therapy, they’re looking to find a way to express themselves, learn new coping skills, and create positive change in their lives.
My ideal client is someone feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, stress, or navigating life transitions. They might have difficulty expressing emotions, building confidence, or finding balance. Their goal is to feel more in control, connected, and at peace. They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts and emotions, wanting to grow, heal, and gain clarity. Through art therapy, they’re looking to find a way to express themselves, learn new coping skills, and create positive change in their lives.
(02) 4306 7469 View (02) 4306 7469
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Liz Crocombe
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Bateau Bay, NSW 2261
You are looking for solutions to situations that leave you continually frustrated and wondering how to fix things. You might have a recurring theme of something that isn't working for you, or life is chaotic; or even that you are on a treadmill you desperately want to get off! Sometimes it may seem as though the relationships you want are completely out of your reach. Counselling can help you grow and change when you feel heard, understood and by understanding your own self.
You are looking for solutions to situations that leave you continually frustrated and wondering how to fix things. You might have a recurring theme of something that isn't working for you, or life is chaotic; or even that you are on a treadmill you desperately want to get off! Sometimes it may seem as though the relationships you want are completely out of your reach. Counselling can help you grow and change when you feel heard, understood and by understanding your own self.
(02) 4307 5760 View (02) 4307 5760
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Mindful Synergi
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Terrigal, NSW 2260
Some of the reasons our clients seek our help include: Stress, Relationship breakdowns, Job-loss, Illness or bereavement, Prolonged anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Lack of confidence, or self-esteem, or a feeling of no direction, or life purpose. The name Mindful Synergi embodies a holistic and philosophical approach to counselling, and psychotherapy. As no one therapy or technique is right for everyone, we adapt our approach for each unique individual. Recognising that you are the expert on your own life, we support you through the personal process of self-discovery and transformation.
Some of the reasons our clients seek our help include: Stress, Relationship breakdowns, Job-loss, Illness or bereavement, Prolonged anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Lack of confidence, or self-esteem, or a feeling of no direction, or life purpose. The name Mindful Synergi embodies a holistic and philosophical approach to counselling, and psychotherapy. As no one therapy or technique is right for everyone, we adapt our approach for each unique individual. Recognising that you are the expert on your own life, we support you through the personal process of self-discovery and transformation.
(02) 4306 7753 View (02) 4306 7753
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Amy Roxby
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Kotara, NSW 2289
Hi, I’m Amy. I have over 20 years experience as a psychologist and 10 years in private practice. I have a special interest in working with people experiencing trauma including PTSD and Complex Trauma. I also have extensive experience in treating anxiety disorders including panic and OCD, and mental health concerns related to Autism and ADHD. My approach is authentic and honest, always maintaining a safe space for exploring vulnerability and enabling healing.
Hi, I’m Amy. I have over 20 years experience as a psychologist and 10 years in private practice. I have a special interest in working with people experiencing trauma including PTSD and Complex Trauma. I also have extensive experience in treating anxiety disorders including panic and OCD, and mental health concerns related to Autism and ADHD. My approach is authentic and honest, always maintaining a safe space for exploring vulnerability and enabling healing.
(02) 4012 2418 View (02) 4012 2418
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Bree Edmondston
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Maitland, NSW 2320
I provide compassionate support for individuals, families, and couples, specializing in Individual, Neuroaffirming, and Couples Counselling. My areas of expertise includes depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, ADHD & ASD, relationship and intimacy challenges, women’s health. As a certified Meditation Teacher and Peaceful Kids Facilitator, I incorporate mindfulness and somatic practices to enhance emotional well-being and resilience for all ages. Together, we can create a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I provide compassionate support for individuals, families, and couples, specializing in Individual, Neuroaffirming, and Couples Counselling. My areas of expertise includes depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, ADHD & ASD, relationship and intimacy challenges, women’s health. As a certified Meditation Teacher and Peaceful Kids Facilitator, I incorporate mindfulness and somatic practices to enhance emotional well-being and resilience for all ages. Together, we can create a more balanced and fulfilling life.
(02) 4012 6722 View (02) 4012 6722
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Andrew Berry Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
If life feels like a struggle or if you’re just not coping so well, please reach out and contact me. I offer you my experience, expertise and support to help you overcome the challenges that you’re going through. Many people see me for help with depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger management, communication issues, emotional instability, and more broadly, for finding life direction and meaning again.
If life feels like a struggle or if you’re just not coping so well, please reach out and contact me. I offer you my experience, expertise and support to help you overcome the challenges that you’re going through. Many people see me for help with depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger management, communication issues, emotional instability, and more broadly, for finding life direction and meaning again.
(02) 5563 2168 View (02) 5563 2168
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Hopeplus Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Toronto, NSW 2283
See also www.hopeplus.com.au Looking for hope and personal freedom? I specialise in anxiety & depression, hopelessness, loneliness, personal, spiritual or financial matters. Personal experience with separation & divorce, blended family issues, family disability, redundancy & career change, anxiety & depression, religious/church difficulties. When a person gets themselves lost they not only need someone who knows where they’re at, but someone who knows the way out. I teach anger management - you will understand it, respect it, learn how to diffuse it and use it in healthy ways.
See also www.hopeplus.com.au Looking for hope and personal freedom? I specialise in anxiety & depression, hopelessness, loneliness, personal, spiritual or financial matters. Personal experience with separation & divorce, blended family issues, family disability, redundancy & career change, anxiety & depression, religious/church difficulties. When a person gets themselves lost they not only need someone who knows where they’re at, but someone who knows the way out. I teach anger management - you will understand it, respect it, learn how to diffuse it and use it in healthy ways.
(02) 4058 3973 View (02) 4058 3973
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Melinda Timmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MC, AMHSW
Online Only
Hi! I am a counsellor and mental health social worker and I work with people who want help to heal from unresolved trauma. I also work with people who struggle with boundary setting and 'people pleasing', which often leads to burnout. For professionals, I love providing counselling to other counsellors and helping professionals, and I believe engaging in our own therapy makes us better counsellors in many ways. Clinical Supervision is also available for counsellors and social workers.
Hi! I am a counsellor and mental health social worker and I work with people who want help to heal from unresolved trauma. I also work with people who struggle with boundary setting and 'people pleasing', which often leads to burnout. For professionals, I love providing counselling to other counsellors and helping professionals, and I believe engaging in our own therapy makes us better counsellors in many ways. Clinical Supervision is also available for counsellors and social workers.
(02) 5500 7627 View (02) 5500 7627

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Codependency Counsellors

What therapy types help with codependency problems?

Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?

Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?

Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?

One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.