Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Guildford, NSW
From anxiety and depression to relationship difficulties, self esteem, grief and loss, addictions and beyond, she has helped numerous clients navigate through these challenging experiences.
El-afraa is a registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist with postgraduate training. Drawing from a wealth of experience and expertise, El-afraa offers an integrative therapeutic approach tailored specifically to your unique needs and circumstances. She combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Interpersonal therapy (PIT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness and attachment theory.
From anxiety and depression to relationship difficulties, self esteem, grief and loss, addictions and beyond, she has helped numerous clients navigate through these challenging experiences.
El-afraa is a registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist with postgraduate training. Drawing from a wealth of experience and expertise, El-afraa offers an integrative therapeutic approach tailored specifically to your unique needs and circumstances. She combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Interpersonal therapy (PIT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness and attachment theory.
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I work with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing addiction, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, emotional dysregulation, and other mental health concerns including suicide prevention. My approach draws on evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and relational therapy.
Addiction, Couples Therapy & Mental Health Support - Available Online Across Australia
No waitlist - Free consultation.
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing addiction, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, emotional dysregulation, and other mental health concerns including suicide prevention. My approach draws on evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and relational therapy.
Individuals and couples seeking deeper self-understanding, emotional healing, and healthier relationships. Many come with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, or ongoing relational challenges, often feeling stuck or overwhelmed. They are motivated for meaningful change but need the right support. We help through evidence-based therapy and empathic listening, creating a safe space to build insight, regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and move forward with clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Individuals and couples seeking deeper self-understanding, emotional healing, and healthier relationships. Many come with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, or ongoing relational challenges, often feeling stuck or overwhelmed. They are motivated for meaningful change but need the right support. We help through evidence-based therapy and empathic listening, creating a safe space to build insight, regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and move forward with clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
My areas of interest and expertise are complex trauma, Depression/Post Natal Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Workplace injury Bullying, Stress, and anger management Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Grief, Trauma/Abuse, Personality Disorders Domestic Violence, Disability, Self-harm Suicidal Ideation
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative. I am sensitive to individual client needs and tailor therapy techniques that best suit a client’s problem. I am skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
My areas of interest and expertise are complex trauma, Depression/Post Natal Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Workplace injury Bullying, Stress, and anger management Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Grief, Trauma/Abuse, Personality Disorders Domestic Violence, Disability, Self-harm Suicidal Ideation
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative. I am sensitive to individual client needs and tailor therapy techniques that best suit a client’s problem. I am skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
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Welcome - I’m Alex, a counsellor working together with people who sense there is more beneath the surface. My practice is grounded in the belief that our painful emotions and struggles offer us unique opportunities for growth, if we turn towards them and listen. As such, I offer an explorative approach to therapy - one which invites you to deeply acquaint yourself with your inner world rather than to suppress it. This process requires courage, but in a trusting and safe relationship, it can gradually foster lasting inner change.
Welcome - I’m Alex, a counsellor working together with people who sense there is more beneath the surface. My practice is grounded in the belief that our painful emotions and struggles offer us unique opportunities for growth, if we turn towards them and listen. As such, I offer an explorative approach to therapy - one which invites you to deeply acquaint yourself with your inner world rather than to suppress it. This process requires courage, but in a trusting and safe relationship, it can gradually foster lasting inner change.
We all have unique stories that have shaped us. I want to know how you feel about your story and how it has impacted your sense of wholeness. My goal is to help you build a better understanding of the pain, distress or fear that holds you back from achieving the life you want so you can begin to make room for more joy and a meaningful existence. I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment by fostering an atmosphere where you feel heard, validated, and empowered to explore your experiences at your own pace.
We all have unique stories that have shaped us. I want to know how you feel about your story and how it has impacted your sense of wholeness. My goal is to help you build a better understanding of the pain, distress or fear that holds you back from achieving the life you want so you can begin to make room for more joy and a meaningful existence. I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment by fostering an atmosphere where you feel heard, validated, and empowered to explore your experiences at your own pace.
Maybe you've had a rough upbringing, made "bad" decisions, use substances and want to stop.
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
Maybe you've had a rough upbringing, made "bad" decisions, use substances and want to stop.
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
She understands the development stages of children and young adults well and has helped many to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety and addiction.
Rosalynn is a bilingual therapist who is fluent in English and Mandarin. 我可以用普通话咨询, 并使用符合文化的方法帮助客户. She also understands the Chinese and Western culture well and uses a culturally-appropriate method to help her clients achieve their goals. She uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy widely in her work and adopts other forms of therapy.
She understands the development stages of children and young adults well and has helped many to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety and addiction.
Rosalynn is a bilingual therapist who is fluent in English and Mandarin. 我可以用普通话咨询, 并使用符合文化的方法帮助客户. She also understands the Chinese and Western culture well and uses a culturally-appropriate method to help her clients achieve their goals. She uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy widely in her work and adopts other forms of therapy.
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction.
Whilst treating a wide range of issues I've worked in mental health settings as both a psychologist and psychiatric nurse in inpatient and outpatient hospital treatment for over 19 years. I’ve presented at national conferences and published research on attitudes to alcohol amongst people with an alcohol use disorder in international peer-reviewed journals.
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction.
Whilst treating a wide range of issues I've worked in mental health settings as both a psychologist and psychiatric nurse in inpatient and outpatient hospital treatment for over 19 years. I’ve presented at national conferences and published research on attitudes to alcohol amongst people with an alcohol use disorder in international peer-reviewed journals.
I provide support to adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, family issues, addictions, grief, and LGBTIQA+ Health.
I am a registered psychologist, board approved supervisor and SIRA registered. I have also had extensive experience with NDIS clients, workcover, career coaching and vocational assessments/ reports.
I provide support to adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, family issues, addictions, grief, and LGBTIQA+ Health.
I am a registered psychologist, board approved supervisor and SIRA registered. I have also had extensive experience with NDIS clients, workcover, career coaching and vocational assessments/ reports.
Building a secure, collaborative therapeutic relationship is central—I meet clients where they are to address depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, alcohol/ drug addiction, relationship challenges, life transitions, attachment wounds and codependency.
I use relational-based therapy for both individuals and couples, EMDR and CBT and still work as part of an inpatient team in a private hospital, specialising in childhood developmental trauma, attachment wounds and related recovery work.
Building a secure, collaborative therapeutic relationship is central—I meet clients where they are to address depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, alcohol/ drug addiction, relationship challenges, life transitions, attachment wounds and codependency.
I use relational-based therapy for both individuals and couples, EMDR and CBT and still work as part of an inpatient team in a private hospital, specialising in childhood developmental trauma, attachment wounds and related recovery work.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
For over 10 years my experience and training has focused on adding value to the lives of those who seek to enrich their quality and experience of life. I specialise in therapeutic techniques for those who want to: aspire toward personal/professional goals; seek meaning; overcome relationship challenges; escape a life rut; struggle with men’s issues; or just overcome those persistent overwhelming uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Additionally, I specialise in treating people with prolonged mental health conditions, unhelpful habits or behaviours for which you have been unable to overcome through previous treatment.
For over 10 years my experience and training has focused on adding value to the lives of those who seek to enrich their quality and experience of life. I specialise in therapeutic techniques for those who want to: aspire toward personal/professional goals; seek meaning; overcome relationship challenges; escape a life rut; struggle with men’s issues; or just overcome those persistent overwhelming uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Additionally, I specialise in treating people with prolonged mental health conditions, unhelpful habits or behaviours for which you have been unable to overcome through previous treatment.
Maybe you're caught in a cycle of addiction and can’t find a way out.
I don’t offer one-size-fits-all therapy. I work with adults facing the hard stuff: emotional overwhelm, substance use, relationship struggles, and trauma- including the kind that’s hard to name. Many of my clients are immigrants or from culturally diverse backgrounds, carrying both personal pain and the pressure to constantly adapt.
Maybe you're caught in a cycle of addiction and can’t find a way out.
I don’t offer one-size-fits-all therapy. I work with adults facing the hard stuff: emotional overwhelm, substance use, relationship struggles, and trauma- including the kind that’s hard to name. Many of my clients are immigrants or from culturally diverse backgrounds, carrying both personal pain and the pressure to constantly adapt.
Mathew has a special interest in working with addiction.
Mathew has extensive experience across a variety of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, and serves as the Clinical Director for a major metropolitian psychology clinic. Mathew is passionate about ongoing training and development. He provides mentoring to early-career psychologists graduating the UNSW Clinical Psychology program.
Mathew has a special interest in working with addiction.
Mathew has extensive experience across a variety of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, and serves as the Clinical Director for a major metropolitian psychology clinic. Mathew is passionate about ongoing training and development. He provides mentoring to early-career psychologists graduating the UNSW Clinical Psychology program.
She knows how deeply disorienting it can be when trauma, addiction, or relationship pain disrupts your sense of safety, identity, and connection.
Rebecca is certified by IITAP as a CSAT, CPTT, and CMAT, trained through APSATS, and is an EMDR Consultant with EMDRAA and EMDRIA. She is completing a Master of Science in Medicine (Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy) at the University of Sydney, where her research focuses on betrayal trauma and complex PTSD and treatment outcomes.
She knows how deeply disorienting it can be when trauma, addiction, or relationship pain disrupts your sense of safety, identity, and connection.
Rebecca is certified by IITAP as a CSAT, CPTT, and CMAT, trained through APSATS, and is an EMDR Consultant with EMDRAA and EMDRIA. She is completing a Master of Science in Medicine (Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy) at the University of Sydney, where her research focuses on betrayal trauma and complex PTSD and treatment outcomes.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, alcoholism or an addiction?
Addictions and eating disorders are complex conditions and even recovery can present its challenges. I offer a wealth of expertise in helping you gently move away from the struggle they can present. I use a wide range of techniques proven to help bring about change, as well as using warmth, compassion and patience to help you build the life you want.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, alcoholism or an addiction?
Addictions and eating disorders are complex conditions and even recovery can present its challenges. I offer a wealth of expertise in helping you gently move away from the struggle they can present. I use a wide range of techniques proven to help bring about change, as well as using warmth, compassion and patience to help you build the life you want.
Whether you struggle with Alcohol or Other Drugs, clinical disorders such as anxiety or depression, historical stuff such as trauma, self-defeating habits that keep you stuck, a lack of direction or assertiveness, or you simply want to build a better life, you've come to the right place!
I offer a warm, genuine, Person-Centred approach and have extensive clinical experience with Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Workplace Bullying, LBGTQI+ issues, Life-Goals, Assertiveness Training and sudden, Life-Changing Events.
Whether you struggle with Alcohol or Other Drugs, clinical disorders such as anxiety or depression, historical stuff such as trauma, self-defeating habits that keep you stuck, a lack of direction or assertiveness, or you simply want to build a better life, you've come to the right place!
I offer a warm, genuine, Person-Centred approach and have extensive clinical experience with Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Workplace Bullying, LBGTQI+ issues, Life-Goals, Assertiveness Training and sudden, Life-Changing Events.
I am a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist based in Canberra who specialises in trauma and addiction.
I have received formal training in EMDR, CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT and Motivational Interviewing, and am a qualified Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) practitioner. I also worked as an Allen Carr’s Easyway therapist for several years (supporting individuals struggling with alcohol addiction) and have an in-depth understanding of that approach.
I am a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist based in Canberra who specialises in trauma and addiction.
I have received formal training in EMDR, CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT and Motivational Interviewing, and am a qualified Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) practitioner. I also worked as an Allen Carr’s Easyway therapist for several years (supporting individuals struggling with alcohol addiction) and have an in-depth understanding of that approach.
I help people understand emotional patterns, undiscovered needs, and past experiences that shape struggles like anxiety, perfectionism, loneliness, or coping habits (pornography, substance use, social media).
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to?
You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
I help people understand emotional patterns, undiscovered needs, and past experiences that shape struggles like anxiety, perfectionism, loneliness, or coping habits (pornography, substance use, social media).
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to?
You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.