Emotionally Focused Psychologists and Therapists in Freshwater, NSW
Hello. My name's Elyse and I am a passionate holistic counsellor and psychotherapist here to support people in living their unique version of a meaningful and fulfilling life. People thrive when they have a sense of orientation, embrace both their inner and outer worlds, and feel they have the resources to manage the varying and unpredictable nature of life. The world can be loud with a plethora of external demands and advice, however being able to tune inwards and work with what is present, results in challenges being better understood and consciously navigated from a more integrated position.
Hello. My name's Elyse and I am a passionate holistic counsellor and psychotherapist here to support people in living their unique version of a meaningful and fulfilling life. People thrive when they have a sense of orientation, embrace both their inner and outer worlds, and feel they have the resources to manage the varying and unpredictable nature of life. The world can be loud with a plethora of external demands and advice, however being able to tune inwards and work with what is present, results in challenges being better understood and consciously navigated from a more integrated position.
Perhaps you are navigating depression, anxiety, grief, or feeling like you don’t fit the mould? This might mean being neuro-divergent, in a larger body, or struggling with emotion regulation, relationship challenges, and life’s difficult transitions. The impact is real, and it can leave you questioning your worth.
Perhaps you are navigating depression, anxiety, grief, or feeling like you don’t fit the mould? This might mean being neuro-divergent, in a larger body, or struggling with emotion regulation, relationship challenges, and life’s difficult transitions. The impact is real, and it can leave you questioning your worth.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
I'm Daniela, a registered clinical counsellor and a psychotherapist dedicated to supporting adults facing challenges in relationships. Whether you're struggling with romantic partnerships, friendships, family dynamics, work relationships, or simply connecting with others, I'm here to help. I work with clients individually face to face, as well as online. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-awareness, healing and growth, leading to more meaningful, authentic relationships and a fulfilling life.
I'm Daniela, a registered clinical counsellor and a psychotherapist dedicated to supporting adults facing challenges in relationships. Whether you're struggling with romantic partnerships, friendships, family dynamics, work relationships, or simply connecting with others, I'm here to help. I work with clients individually face to face, as well as online. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-awareness, healing and growth, leading to more meaningful, authentic relationships and a fulfilling life.
Elizabeth Gray, (Liz) is the only Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist on the Northern Beaches Sydney. Liz has been a Psychologist for 24 years, (10 of those in private practice) and has worked in a range of settings, including Macquarie University, 'Open Colleges AUS', Hospital and Prison Services, (UK). Liz hails from the sunny UK, and has fulfilled a childhood dream of living in Australia. Liz has many long term clients, and is also happy to see clients who just need a few sessions to get back on track in life! Liz sees solo clients and couples. Gottman method Couples Therapy is a research based approach to couples.
Elizabeth Gray, (Liz) is the only Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist on the Northern Beaches Sydney. Liz has been a Psychologist for 24 years, (10 of those in private practice) and has worked in a range of settings, including Macquarie University, 'Open Colleges AUS', Hospital and Prison Services, (UK). Liz hails from the sunny UK, and has fulfilled a childhood dream of living in Australia. Liz has many long term clients, and is also happy to see clients who just need a few sessions to get back on track in life! Liz sees solo clients and couples. Gottman method Couples Therapy is a research based approach to couples.
My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced counsellor and accredited Mental Health Social Worker. My work focuses on supporting adults who are feeling exhausted, stuck or overwhelmed by carrying the impacts of relational trauma and how it has shaped your relationship with yourself, others and your sense of safety in the world. Many clients I work with have experienced trauma in some form and are often burnt out by the demands of life in survival mode. I help clients to feel more grounded and connected, better understand their experiences and reduce feelings of shame and self-blame so they can live with greater ease and choice.
My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced counsellor and accredited Mental Health Social Worker. My work focuses on supporting adults who are feeling exhausted, stuck or overwhelmed by carrying the impacts of relational trauma and how it has shaped your relationship with yourself, others and your sense of safety in the world. Many clients I work with have experienced trauma in some form and are often burnt out by the demands of life in survival mode. I help clients to feel more grounded and connected, better understand their experiences and reduce feelings of shame and self-blame so they can live with greater ease and choice.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
Hey, I'm Scout, a relationship therapist.
You're probably here because something in your relationship feels stuck, hard, uncomfortable, painful or alarming. You're seeking support, and I'm here to help.
Whether it's communication issues, conflict, betrayal, infidelity, sex, trauma, separation, divorce, conflict, self-esteem, codependency, addiction, intimacy, attachment, ENM, family stuff or your relationship to yourself, I offer a down-to-earth therapeutic approach to help you develop awareness, gain clarity and leave with tools to feel more confident in how you navigate relationships moving forward.
Hey, I'm Scout, a relationship therapist.
You're probably here because something in your relationship feels stuck, hard, uncomfortable, painful or alarming. You're seeking support, and I'm here to help.
Whether it's communication issues, conflict, betrayal, infidelity, sex, trauma, separation, divorce, conflict, self-esteem, codependency, addiction, intimacy, attachment, ENM, family stuff or your relationship to yourself, I offer a down-to-earth therapeutic approach to help you develop awareness, gain clarity and leave with tools to feel more confident in how you navigate relationships moving forward.
I cultivate change when invited to examine your mounting challenges, & accompany you along your journey, as required. I tend to your needs & resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving. You guide me with expertise of your needs, wants & experiences, to plan a route forward, drawing on a variety of evidence-based methods I offer.
I cultivate change when invited to examine your mounting challenges, & accompany you along your journey, as required. I tend to your needs & resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving. You guide me with expertise of your needs, wants & experiences, to plan a route forward, drawing on a variety of evidence-based methods I offer.
I draw from a variety of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Schema Therapy.
Let's debunk the myth that therapy has to be doom and gloom. In fact, I want you to genuinely look forward to our sessions. As a Clinical psychologist, my focus is on creating an environment where you feel at ease sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we will connect dots you may not have realised were there, all with the aim of sparking positive behavioural changes in your life.
I draw from a variety of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Schema Therapy.
Let's debunk the myth that therapy has to be doom and gloom. In fact, I want you to genuinely look forward to our sessions. As a Clinical psychologist, my focus is on creating an environment where you feel at ease sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we will connect dots you may not have realised were there, all with the aim of sparking positive behavioural changes in your life.
Dorian is an experienced, caring, and understanding male Psychologist providing counselling support for a wide range of personal, relationship, and psychological issues. Dorian is located in Brookvale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Please contact Dorian for appointments, enquiries, or to make a referral for Psychological support. AHPRA Registered Psychologist; Member Australian Psychological Society; Assoc. Member College of Counselling Psychologists; Medicare Provider 5042532T.
Dorian is an experienced, caring, and understanding male Psychologist providing counselling support for a wide range of personal, relationship, and psychological issues. Dorian is located in Brookvale on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Please contact Dorian for appointments, enquiries, or to make a referral for Psychological support. AHPRA Registered Psychologist; Member Australian Psychological Society; Assoc. Member College of Counselling Psychologists; Medicare Provider 5042532T.
My holistic approach to therapy draws from diverse modalities, including ecotherapy, ACT, EFT: Tapping, Health at Every Size, visualization, mindfulness, psychosynthesis, and more.
You may look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or not good enough. You might turn to food for comfort, control, or relief, then feel shame, guilt, or self-criticism afterwards. Many of the women I work with carry the impact of early trauma, emotional neglect, or difficult mother–daughter relationships that continue to shape how they feel about themselves. Some feel stuck in patterns they don’t understand, while others are quietly asking, “who am I, really?” and longing for a deeper, more meaningful connection with themselves, their body, and their inner world.
My holistic approach to therapy draws from diverse modalities, including ecotherapy, ACT, EFT: Tapping, Health at Every Size, visualization, mindfulness, psychosynthesis, and more.
You may look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or not good enough. You might turn to food for comfort, control, or relief, then feel shame, guilt, or self-criticism afterwards. Many of the women I work with carry the impact of early trauma, emotional neglect, or difficult mother–daughter relationships that continue to shape how they feel about themselves. Some feel stuck in patterns they don’t understand, while others are quietly asking, “who am I, really?” and longing for a deeper, more meaningful connection with themselves, their body, and their inner world.
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I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values.
Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health treatment plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $87.25 per session.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values.
Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health treatment plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $87.25 per session.
Chelsea is a warm and empathic psychologist. As therapy can be a vulnerable but rewarding experience, Chelsea brings compassion, curiosity, and humour where appropriate to create a safe space to explore your experiences. Chelsea is trained in providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, eating disorders, and trauma. She has particular interest and training in working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
Chelsea is a warm and empathic psychologist. As therapy can be a vulnerable but rewarding experience, Chelsea brings compassion, curiosity, and humour where appropriate to create a safe space to explore your experiences. Chelsea is trained in providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, eating disorders, and trauma. She has particular interest and training in working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
Are you struggling with your life and feel you might have unresolved issues, trauma, relationship or neurodiversity challenges or managing family dynamics/adoptee/grief and loss, bereavement or cultural issues? LGBTQIA+ needs that aren’t being seen or understood? Effective therapy will allow you space to talk and be heard and validated, guide you at your own pace on your journey and provide safety and non judgement to explore what can be achieved. This is the foundation of my practice - always from a trauma informed perspective.
Are you struggling with your life and feel you might have unresolved issues, trauma, relationship or neurodiversity challenges or managing family dynamics/adoptee/grief and loss, bereavement or cultural issues? LGBTQIA+ needs that aren’t being seen or understood? Effective therapy will allow you space to talk and be heard and validated, guide you at your own pace on your journey and provide safety and non judgement to explore what can be achieved. This is the foundation of my practice - always from a trauma informed perspective.
I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) Individuals & Couples as well Bouverie Centre - Couple & Family Therapy.
Trauma is healed using safe somatic trauma therapies. Never too late to recover. Highly skilled effective trauma therapy is essential. You'll feel safe & valued finding no blaming or shaming. Your issues & relationship problems are normal impacts of trauma & solvable. I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief. Positive change occurs from the first session. There is nothing wrong with you -you just have trauma impacts- not your fault & fixable. You'll find me compassionate, curious & calm.
I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) Individuals & Couples as well Bouverie Centre - Couple & Family Therapy.
Trauma is healed using safe somatic trauma therapies. Never too late to recover. Highly skilled effective trauma therapy is essential. You'll feel safe & valued finding no blaming or shaming. Your issues & relationship problems are normal impacts of trauma & solvable. I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief. Positive change occurs from the first session. There is nothing wrong with you -you just have trauma impacts- not your fault & fixable. You'll find me compassionate, curious & calm.
I have a pay before the session policy in place, which means I require an electronic funds transfer ( EFT) before, or on the day of the session.
I'm a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & social work counsellor (NB trans), with over 20 years' experience working in community services. My work is grounded in social justice and liberatory practices that support self-agency, joy, pleasure & empowerment. I have a deep interest in relational & social trauma and use a somatic approach that acknowledges the external forces of power and harm. Our bodies hold protective patterns (or felt senses) in response to early attachment wounds, traumatic experiences, relational disruptions and structural pressures - together we work to safely integrate and release these patterns.
I have a pay before the session policy in place, which means I require an electronic funds transfer ( EFT) before, or on the day of the session.
I'm a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & social work counsellor (NB trans), with over 20 years' experience working in community services. My work is grounded in social justice and liberatory practices that support self-agency, joy, pleasure & empowerment. I have a deep interest in relational & social trauma and use a somatic approach that acknowledges the external forces of power and harm. Our bodies hold protective patterns (or felt senses) in response to early attachment wounds, traumatic experiences, relational disruptions and structural pressures - together we work to safely integrate and release these patterns.
My name is Elpiniki and I am a warm and understanding clinical psychologist who specialises in the treatment of anxiety, life or work stress, low mood, self-esteem, PTSD and complex trauma. I like to prioritise the relationship with my clients to ensure they feel heard, supported, and safe while exploring their deep concerns. I combine practical strategies with emotional care, to overcome difficult challenges, and help you understand yourself better.
My name is Elpiniki and I am a warm and understanding clinical psychologist who specialises in the treatment of anxiety, life or work stress, low mood, self-esteem, PTSD and complex trauma. I like to prioritise the relationship with my clients to ensure they feel heard, supported, and safe while exploring their deep concerns. I combine practical strategies with emotional care, to overcome difficult challenges, and help you understand yourself better.
I am passionate about helping you live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I seek to make you feel comfortable, help you share your story, and assist you to overcome the barriers that stand in the way of achieving your goals. I work with both adults and young people (aged from 14years).
I have a passion for working with men of all ages on their mental health journey. I am committed to creating a space where men feel comfortable opening up, exploring their experiences, and working towards their best self.
I work with people experiencing:
- Low mood
- Anxiety
- Stress and challenging life transitions
- Emotion dysregulation
I am passionate about helping you live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I seek to make you feel comfortable, help you share your story, and assist you to overcome the barriers that stand in the way of achieving your goals. I work with both adults and young people (aged from 14years).
I have a passion for working with men of all ages on their mental health journey. I am committed to creating a space where men feel comfortable opening up, exploring their experiences, and working towards their best self.
I work with people experiencing:
- Low mood
- Anxiety
- Stress and challenging life transitions
- Emotion dysregulation
The thought of counselling may seem daunting. I'm here to support you in a safe, compassionate, confidential, non- judgemental space. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, grief, overwhelmed, or just stuck - you don't have to do it alone. I counsel individuals, families and couples with an integrated mix of talk therapy, interpersonal process, family systems, emotionally focused therapy. We'll journeying together, gently exploring your story, working to calm the chaos, increase understanding and towards peace.
I am a Christian who welcomes people of all faith and cultural backgrounds.
The thought of counselling may seem daunting. I'm here to support you in a safe, compassionate, confidential, non- judgemental space. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, grief, overwhelmed, or just stuck - you don't have to do it alone. I counsel individuals, families and couples with an integrated mix of talk therapy, interpersonal process, family systems, emotionally focused therapy. We'll journeying together, gently exploring your story, working to calm the chaos, increase understanding and towards peace.
I am a Christian who welcomes people of all faith and cultural backgrounds.
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- Mosman
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.