Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Gosford, NSW
I’ve worked with children through to older adults, and have come to primarily focus on the treatment of adults.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
I’ve worked with children through to older adults, and have come to primarily focus on the treatment of adults.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
Welcome to Celtic Counselling Care. My name is Carmel and I have had the tremendous privilege of working as a counsellor for 29 years. My clients have been my greatest teachers and the cumulative learning I have gained from them has helped shape my philosophical beliefs around therapeutic healing and growth. The name "Celtic Counselling Care" is a tribute to my Irish Celtic heritage and reflects my deep affiliation with Celtic spirituality and its ancient wisdom. I place high importance on having healthy connections with one another, the natural world and the transpersonal aspects of life.
Welcome to Celtic Counselling Care. My name is Carmel and I have had the tremendous privilege of working as a counsellor for 29 years. My clients have been my greatest teachers and the cumulative learning I have gained from them has helped shape my philosophical beliefs around therapeutic healing and growth. The name "Celtic Counselling Care" is a tribute to my Irish Celtic heritage and reflects my deep affiliation with Celtic spirituality and its ancient wisdom. I place high importance on having healthy connections with one another, the natural world and the transpersonal aspects of life.
At Coast Anxiety Solutions, we work collaboratively with you to identify the factors contributing to your anxiety and give you the skills to overcome the issues.
If panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety or worry are interfering with your ability to engage in the activities that mean the most to you, then we can work together to help you live a more values-based life.
At Coast Anxiety Solutions, we work collaboratively with you to identify the factors contributing to your anxiety and give you the skills to overcome the issues.
If panic, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety or worry are interfering with your ability to engage in the activities that mean the most to you, then we can work together to help you live a more values-based life.
I help adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, or trauma to feel calmer, more confident, and in control.
I work with adults experiencing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, and autism-related concerns. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, drawing on CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, and EMDR-informed methods to support insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I help adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, or trauma to feel calmer, more confident, and in control.
I work with adults experiencing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, and autism-related concerns. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, drawing on CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, and EMDR-informed methods to support insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
As a counsellor, Amalia supports clients through various methods tailored to their unique needs. She offers individual, and family counselling to address relationship issues, complex trauma, emotional challenges, behavioural issues and parenting concerns. Amalia has over 20 years of experience in the helping profession working with child protection, out-of-home care, disabilities and mental health agencies providing services to vulnerable individuals who are seeking to heal from life's adverse experiences.
As a counsellor, Amalia supports clients through various methods tailored to their unique needs. She offers individual, and family counselling to address relationship issues, complex trauma, emotional challenges, behavioural issues and parenting concerns. Amalia has over 20 years of experience in the helping profession working with child protection, out-of-home care, disabilities and mental health agencies providing services to vulnerable individuals who are seeking to heal from life's adverse experiences.
Bron Small Counselling provides a safe space for clients to be heard and validated. I provide genuine and compassionate care to individuals in times of crisis, pain and overwhelm. I have a heart to work with people experiencing emotional, mental and relational challenges, and seek to inspire hope as I walk their journey with them.
Bron Small Counselling provides a safe space for clients to be heard and validated. I provide genuine and compassionate care to individuals in times of crisis, pain and overwhelm. I have a heart to work with people experiencing emotional, mental and relational challenges, and seek to inspire hope as I walk their journey with them.
For over two decades, I’ve supported young people and adults through these experiences, in community, hospital, and justice settings.
My approach is firmly grounded in collaboration, decades of international experience, and evidence-based therapies including ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR for trauma. Most importantly, it’s shaped around you, your story, your pace, and what is right for you. Therapy with me is a dynamic process guided by your needs, not a one-size-fits-all model.
For over two decades, I’ve supported young people and adults through these experiences, in community, hospital, and justice settings.
My approach is firmly grounded in collaboration, decades of international experience, and evidence-based therapies including ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR for trauma. Most importantly, it’s shaped around you, your story, your pace, and what is right for you. Therapy with me is a dynamic process guided by your needs, not a one-size-fits-all model.
I'm a neurodivergent-affirming practitioner who works with Autism and ADHD. My focus is on creating an approach that aligns with your unique needs, helping your environment work for you. We'll collaborate on practical, doable strategies and accommodations rather than trying to change who you are.
I can even provide a written action plan after each session to help you practice what we've covered.
I often assist clients with:
- Overstimulation & burnout
- Emotional regulation
- Life transitions
- Habit building & procrastination
- Perfectionism
- Self-advocacy & boundary-setting
- Skill development
I'm a neurodivergent-affirming practitioner who works with Autism and ADHD. My focus is on creating an approach that aligns with your unique needs, helping your environment work for you. We'll collaborate on practical, doable strategies and accommodations rather than trying to change who you are.
I can even provide a written action plan after each session to help you practice what we've covered.
I often assist clients with:
- Overstimulation & burnout
- Emotional regulation
- Life transitions
- Habit building & procrastination
- Perfectionism
- Self-advocacy & boundary-setting
- Skill development
I work with adolescents 16 years and over and adults of all ages.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based support such as CBT and ACT to help you navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationships, and personal growth. With a warm and understanding approach, I offer a safe space to explore your feelings, build resilience, and find clarity. I am also Worker's Compensation (SIRA) registered psychologist.
I work with adolescents 16 years and over and adults of all ages.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based support such as CBT and ACT to help you navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationships, and personal growth. With a warm and understanding approach, I offer a safe space to explore your feelings, build resilience, and find clarity. I am also Worker's Compensation (SIRA) registered psychologist.
I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through compassionate, trauma-informed counselling in Gosford, Tuggerah, and online across NSW.
I provide trauma-informed counselling using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT,DBT, mindfulness, play therapy, and creative therapies. I support clients experiencing trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Therapy is personalised to your needs, strengths&goals
I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through compassionate, trauma-informed counselling in Gosford, Tuggerah, and online across NSW.
I provide trauma-informed counselling using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT,DBT, mindfulness, play therapy, and creative therapies. I support clients experiencing trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Therapy is personalised to your needs, strengths&goals
You might be dealing with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or past trauma and feel stuck and ready for change. You may struggle with managing emotions, maintaining relationships, or navigating life transitions. Despite these challenges, you are motivated to understand yourself better and develop healthier ways of coping. You are looking for support to make meaningful progress, regain balance, and feel more in control of your lives. You want to work with someone who understands your struggles and can guide you in a practical, straightforward way.
You might be dealing with challenges such as anxiety, depression, or past trauma and feel stuck and ready for change. You may struggle with managing emotions, maintaining relationships, or navigating life transitions. Despite these challenges, you are motivated to understand yourself better and develop healthier ways of coping. You are looking for support to make meaningful progress, regain balance, and feel more in control of your lives. You want to work with someone who understands your struggles and can guide you in a practical, straightforward way.
I specialize in Trauma Processing and this is where i find that the most positive outcomes are from. I love to talk to people and hear their story then we work out together what is the core beliefs and where that this might come from. Then we work on processing any trauma from childhood or other parts of life. This impacts greatly on the story that you tell yourself and the patterns of behavior that you want to change. I don't want people to be sitting talking to me for years with no breakthrough or change in behavior. I want you to be living your life to the fullest with maximum joy!
I specialize in Trauma Processing and this is where i find that the most positive outcomes are from. I love to talk to people and hear their story then we work out together what is the core beliefs and where that this might come from. Then we work on processing any trauma from childhood or other parts of life. This impacts greatly on the story that you tell yourself and the patterns of behavior that you want to change. I don't want people to be sitting talking to me for years with no breakthrough or change in behavior. I want you to be living your life to the fullest with maximum joy!
I support adults who are going through challenging times or transitions in life.
In our sessions, you’ll have a safe, calm space to unpack your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
I’m an integrative counsellor, grounded in a Person-Centred approach. This means I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities so that the work we do together can be shaped around you—your needs, your history, and what feels most helpful.
I support adults who are going through challenging times or transitions in life.
In our sessions, you’ll have a safe, calm space to unpack your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
I’m an integrative counsellor, grounded in a Person-Centred approach. This means I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities so that the work we do together can be shaped around you—your needs, your history, and what feels most helpful.
Those closest to me would describe me as a kind and caring person who is a very good listener. I believe that’s because I’ve experienced my own share of life’s challenges and emotional pain. I’ve had times of feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, lost and alone. Through it all, my saving grace has been the support of some amazing counsellors and supervisors. It is these experiences that have inspired me to be the helper I am today. I’ve spent the past 22 years learning how to best help and offer hope to those in need. You can see a list of my credentials and experience here.
Those closest to me would describe me as a kind and caring person who is a very good listener. I believe that’s because I’ve experienced my own share of life’s challenges and emotional pain. I’ve had times of feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, lost and alone. Through it all, my saving grace has been the support of some amazing counsellors and supervisors. It is these experiences that have inspired me to be the helper I am today. I’ve spent the past 22 years learning how to best help and offer hope to those in need. You can see a list of my credentials and experience here.
I work with adults and couples who feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, relationship injury, or life-altering including adult survivors of childhood trauma, first responders, medical staff and LGBTIQ+.
I provide evidence-based therapy for trauma, attachment, and relationship difficulties, drawing from a range of approaches including EMDR (advanced protocols), trauma-focused CBT, CPT, PE, Schema Therapy, DBT, ACT, and IPT. I am a Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Certification Candidate, working to strengthen trust, communication, and emotional safety.
I work with adults and couples who feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, relationship injury, or life-altering including adult survivors of childhood trauma, first responders, medical staff and LGBTIQ+.
I provide evidence-based therapy for trauma, attachment, and relationship difficulties, drawing from a range of approaches including EMDR (advanced protocols), trauma-focused CBT, CPT, PE, Schema Therapy, DBT, ACT, and IPT. I am a Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Certification Candidate, working to strengthen trust, communication, and emotional safety.
Immediate Availability / Female-Informed Therapy / Menopause & Anxiety / Matched MHCP Pricing
I support women who are tired of being the 'strong one', the carer, or the burnt-out professional. Many of my clients face anxiety, rage, or a loss of self as hormonal shifts, menopause, or endless caring take their toll. You don't have to keep pretending you have it all under control. Together, we move beyond managing symptoms to understanding why, helping you release resentment, set boundaries, and rediscover yourself with compassion.
And with 9yrs+ experience working with Carers, I'm here to help you navigate all that comes with it.
Immediate Availability / Female-Informed Therapy / Menopause & Anxiety / Matched MHCP Pricing
I support women who are tired of being the 'strong one', the carer, or the burnt-out professional. Many of my clients face anxiety, rage, or a loss of self as hormonal shifts, menopause, or endless caring take their toll. You don't have to keep pretending you have it all under control. Together, we move beyond managing symptoms to understanding why, helping you release resentment, set boundaries, and rediscover yourself with compassion.
And with 9yrs+ experience working with Carers, I'm here to help you navigate all that comes with it.
I work best with women, young adults, and neurodivergent people navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism, life transitions, or challenges that feel difficult to untangle alone.
I help people experiencing anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism, and life transitions gain a deeper understanding of themselves and move towards meaningful change. I combine EMDR, CBT, ACT, equine-assisted psychotherapy, art therapy, and nature-based approaches, creating a warm, tailored space where healing, growth, and self-compassion can flourish.
I work best with women, young adults, and neurodivergent people navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism, life transitions, or challenges that feel difficult to untangle alone.
I help people experiencing anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism, and life transitions gain a deeper understanding of themselves and move towards meaningful change. I combine EMDR, CBT, ACT, equine-assisted psychotherapy, art therapy, and nature-based approaches, creating a warm, tailored space where healing, growth, and self-compassion can flourish.
Are you struggling with conflict and feeling distant from your partner? Are you constantly worried about life and what happens next? Or is it more about what happened today or yesterday? Are you overcome by a significant loss in your life? A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member? Or is life just so “blahhh” that it is a struggle to get through the day? All these situations and many others are a result of your most intimate and important relationship – the one you have with yourself!
Are you struggling with conflict and feeling distant from your partner? Are you constantly worried about life and what happens next? Or is it more about what happened today or yesterday? Are you overcome by a significant loss in your life? A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member? Or is life just so “blahhh” that it is a struggle to get through the day? All these situations and many others are a result of your most intimate and important relationship – the one you have with yourself!
Your journey to a healthier self is uniquely yours, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. My approach is deeply warm and empathetic, rooted in acknowledging that we manage the best we know how. Utilising evidence-based therapies, I’ll partner with you to facilitate meaningful change. Together, we’ll tailor your treatment to fit your needs, exploring how your experiences have shaped your current situation and setting goals for a brighter future. I recognise the overwhelming impact of trauma, and I understand that seeking help can be anxiety-inducing. Remember, discomfort is often a vital part of the journey toward healing.
Your journey to a healthier self is uniquely yours, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. My approach is deeply warm and empathetic, rooted in acknowledging that we manage the best we know how. Utilising evidence-based therapies, I’ll partner with you to facilitate meaningful change. Together, we’ll tailor your treatment to fit your needs, exploring how your experiences have shaped your current situation and setting goals for a brighter future. I recognise the overwhelming impact of trauma, and I understand that seeking help can be anxiety-inducing. Remember, discomfort is often a vital part of the journey toward healing.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma.
My approach is trauma-informed and along with my post graduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, combines a number of holistic and integrative approaches such as Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work), somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and family constellations.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma.
My approach is trauma-informed and along with my post graduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, combines a number of holistic and integrative approaches such as Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work), somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and family constellations.
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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.