Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Katoomba, NSW
I work with individuals and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity, and life transitions in today's fast-paced world. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves, their relationships, or their sense of direction. Couples may find themselves caught in patterns of blame or conflict and wanting to better understand one another and communicate more openly.
I work with individuals and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity, and life transitions in today's fast-paced world. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves, their relationships, or their sense of direction. Couples may find themselves caught in patterns of blame or conflict and wanting to better understand one another and communicate more openly.
I am a warm and compassionate psychologist with more than 20 years experience supporting individuals through challenges. I initially worked in domestic violence services in advocacy and support work prior to completing studies in psychology. I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome challenges, achieve personal growth, and lead fulfilling lives. I aspire to create a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals feel understood, valued, and equipped with the tools they need to navigate life's complexities.
I am a warm and compassionate psychologist with more than 20 years experience supporting individuals through challenges. I initially worked in domestic violence services in advocacy and support work prior to completing studies in psychology. I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome challenges, achieve personal growth, and lead fulfilling lives. I aspire to create a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals feel understood, valued, and equipped with the tools they need to navigate life's complexities.
I am a psychotherapist who works with the person directly in front me. I collaborate with each person to unlock the inner knowing contained within their bodies. Our bodies hold an intuitive wisdom with a huge potential for healing and growth. We only need learn how to communicate the body’s language. Symptoms like depression and anxiety are not treated as problems but rather explored as experiences in the body being communicated. When we meet them as bound up processes that are seeking to be freed, we find these processes have a purpose with our best intentions at heart.
I am a psychotherapist who works with the person directly in front me. I collaborate with each person to unlock the inner knowing contained within their bodies. Our bodies hold an intuitive wisdom with a huge potential for healing and growth. We only need learn how to communicate the body’s language. Symptoms like depression and anxiety are not treated as problems but rather explored as experiences in the body being communicated. When we meet them as bound up processes that are seeking to be freed, we find these processes have a purpose with our best intentions at heart.
At Wildflower Therapy Practice, I support adolescents and adults feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating difficult life experiences.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide evidence-based therapy, while also taking a broader, holistic view of a person’s life—considering relationships, family systems, culture, community, and other social factors alongside thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, that may be impacting their wellbeing.
At Wildflower Therapy Practice, I support adolescents and adults feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating difficult life experiences.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide evidence-based therapy, while also taking a broader, holistic view of a person’s life—considering relationships, family systems, culture, community, and other social factors alongside thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, that may be impacting their wellbeing.
She works with adults experiencing difficulties related to trauma, emotional regulation, mood and anxiety, and interpersonal patterns.
Georgie brings over a decade of experience working in mental health across NSW and Victoria, including roles in community, private practice and hospital settings, and leadership positions within multidisciplinary teams. This includes working with veterans and first responders, as well as individuals impacted by trauma across the lifespan.
She works with adults experiencing difficulties related to trauma, emotional regulation, mood and anxiety, and interpersonal patterns.
Georgie brings over a decade of experience working in mental health across NSW and Victoria, including roles in community, private practice and hospital settings, and leadership positions within multidisciplinary teams. This includes working with veterans and first responders, as well as individuals impacted by trauma across the lifespan.
Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed with stress that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don't know where to start to make things better. You might know that you are safe now – and that the past is over – but parts of you just don’t seem to believe it. Maybe it feels as if you've been stranded in patterns of response that only complicate things, rather than help them. But all your efforts to change don't go anywhere. You may know that you have experienced early life and chronic trauma, but knowing this hasn't yet helped to soothe all the distressing patterns, thoughts, feelings and impulses that come from that trauma.
Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed with stress that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don't know where to start to make things better. You might know that you are safe now – and that the past is over – but parts of you just don’t seem to believe it. Maybe it feels as if you've been stranded in patterns of response that only complicate things, rather than help them. But all your efforts to change don't go anywhere. You may know that you have experienced early life and chronic trauma, but knowing this hasn't yet helped to soothe all the distressing patterns, thoughts, feelings and impulses that come from that trauma.
I am a non-judgmental and empathetic psychologist who focuses on creating genuine connections with clients. I work from evidence-based methods, and my priority is building a safe and trusting space where you can get clarity about what is making you feel stuck, and find ways to build a rich and meaningful life.
I am a non-judgmental and empathetic psychologist who focuses on creating genuine connections with clients. I work from evidence-based methods, and my priority is building a safe and trusting space where you can get clarity about what is making you feel stuck, and find ways to build a rich and meaningful life.
I’ve spent a number of years working in schools supporting neurodivergent young people and bring a deep understanding of systemic experiences that shape many adults seeking support today.
Do you feel exhausted just trying to get through the day? Maybe you've always been called "too sensitive," or you're newly diagnosed as autistic or ADHD and finally ready to find a psychologist who truly gets you. I’m a warm, compassionate psychologist with lived experience of neurodivergence, offering online therapy across Australia. I specialise in neurodivergence, anxiety, trauma, burnout, stress and depression. Whatever you're navigating, my goal is to help you build a life that feels genuinely
yours. I currently have immediate availability for neuroaffirming assessment and therapy with no waitlist.
I’ve spent a number of years working in schools supporting neurodivergent young people and bring a deep understanding of systemic experiences that shape many adults seeking support today.
Do you feel exhausted just trying to get through the day? Maybe you've always been called "too sensitive," or you're newly diagnosed as autistic or ADHD and finally ready to find a psychologist who truly gets you. I’m a warm, compassionate psychologist with lived experience of neurodivergence, offering online therapy across Australia. I specialise in neurodivergence, anxiety, trauma, burnout, stress and depression. Whatever you're navigating, my goal is to help you build a life that feels genuinely
yours. I currently have immediate availability for neuroaffirming assessment and therapy with no waitlist.
I work holistically in a collaborative, compassionate & trauma-informed way, encompassing mind & body by using a biopsychosocial model of care. I work with issues such as anxiety & depression, poor focus, & burnout. My special interest is supporting clients feeling overwhelmed by everyday life & those who identify as a Highly Sensitive Person. Currently accepting new clients.
I work holistically in a collaborative, compassionate & trauma-informed way, encompassing mind & body by using a biopsychosocial model of care. I work with issues such as anxiety & depression, poor focus, & burnout. My special interest is supporting clients feeling overwhelmed by everyday life & those who identify as a Highly Sensitive Person. Currently accepting new clients.
For more than 15 years, I’ve supported adults, young people and families across mental health, education, trauma-informed care and neurodiversity.
Before becoming a psychologist, I spent many years working in education, mental health and disability inclusion settings. That background shapes how I practise: thoughtful, practical and trauma-aware. Together, we make sense of what's happening, understand the patterns underneath it, and develop ways forward that are compassionate, realistic and sustainable.
For more than 15 years, I’ve supported adults, young people and families across mental health, education, trauma-informed care and neurodiversity.
Before becoming a psychologist, I spent many years working in education, mental health and disability inclusion settings. That background shapes how I practise: thoughtful, practical and trauma-aware. Together, we make sense of what's happening, understand the patterns underneath it, and develop ways forward that are compassionate, realistic and sustainable.
Dr Kishani Townshend is an Australian trained, Registered Psychologist with over 26 years of counselling experience and 16 years of experience working as a Registered Psychologist. Her clinical work offers help to those presenting with depression, anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), grief, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, sexual abuse, parenting difficulties and perinatal depression. She also works with survivors of narcissistic abuse to rebuild their lives. Dr Townshend is a Board Approved supervisor for provisional psychologists.
Dr Kishani Townshend is an Australian trained, Registered Psychologist with over 26 years of counselling experience and 16 years of experience working as a Registered Psychologist. Her clinical work offers help to those presenting with depression, anxiety, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), grief, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, sexual abuse, parenting difficulties and perinatal depression. She also works with survivors of narcissistic abuse to rebuild their lives. Dr Townshend is a Board Approved supervisor for provisional psychologists.
Katherine Howard has training and experience in CBT, Relationship & Family Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, EMDR and Psychodrama.
Her areas of expertise include:
Depression and Anxiety;
Recovery from physical and psychological injury and trauma;
Women’s Health: Menarche, menstruation and women’s cycles, pregnancy and birth, pre and post natal, mothering and menopause;
Coping with miscarriage and abortion;
Grief;
Relationships and Intimacy;
Conflict Management;
Parenting;
Interpersonal relationship repair at home and in the workplace;
Stress Management;
Life Coaching;
Pain management;
Addictions.
Katherine Howard has training and experience in CBT, Relationship & Family Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, EMDR and Psychodrama.
Her areas of expertise include:
Depression and Anxiety;
Recovery from physical and psychological injury and trauma;
Women’s Health: Menarche, menstruation and women’s cycles, pregnancy and birth, pre and post natal, mothering and menopause;
Coping with miscarriage and abortion;
Grief;
Relationships and Intimacy;
Conflict Management;
Parenting;
Interpersonal relationship repair at home and in the workplace;
Stress Management;
Life Coaching;
Pain management;
Addictions.
Clare is a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with a depth of experience treating a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, perinatal mental health, grief and loss, transition and adjustment issues, and self-esteem difficulties. Clare has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has extensive experience working with veterans and emergency service personnel who have experienced trauma. She also has specialist skills in working with women who are experiencing difficulties during the perinatal period and currently works with the Gidget Foundation.
Clare is a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with a depth of experience treating a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, perinatal mental health, grief and loss, transition and adjustment issues, and self-esteem difficulties. Clare has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has extensive experience working with veterans and emergency service personnel who have experienced trauma. She also has specialist skills in working with women who are experiencing difficulties during the perinatal period and currently works with the Gidget Foundation.
I work with many different types of people and in different professional contexts. My approach is relational, humanistic, and informed by the client’s lived experience and expression of self. I aim to create safety and connection for clients where they can work collaboratively to build capacity, insight, and momentum.
I work with many different types of people and in different professional contexts. My approach is relational, humanistic, and informed by the client’s lived experience and expression of self. I aim to create safety and connection for clients where they can work collaboratively to build capacity, insight, and momentum.
We work with clients aged from 15 years of age through adulthood.
Amy is a passionate advocate for her clients and consistently demonstrates her commitment to providing evidence based interventions whilst ensuring that treatment is centred around the unique needs of both the individual and their family.
We work with clients aged from 15 years of age through adulthood.
Amy is a passionate advocate for her clients and consistently demonstrates her commitment to providing evidence based interventions whilst ensuring that treatment is centred around the unique needs of both the individual and their family.
Everybody wants to be heard, believed, validated and respected. I teach strategies to manage complicated and overwhelming feelings. I love to help individuals grow and develop interpersonally and learn how to have better more satisfying relationships with themselves and others. I am passionate about working with people to unpack and explore early childhood trauma, facilitate self-exploration, examine emotional blind spots and understand relationship patterns in order to have a functional, happy and healthy existence.
Everybody wants to be heard, believed, validated and respected. I teach strategies to manage complicated and overwhelming feelings. I love to help individuals grow and develop interpersonally and learn how to have better more satisfying relationships with themselves and others. I am passionate about working with people to unpack and explore early childhood trauma, facilitate self-exploration, examine emotional blind spots and understand relationship patterns in order to have a functional, happy and healthy existence.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Whether you’re facing challenges with mood, anxiety, relationships, or motivation, you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to help.
Our team of Psychologists and Mental Health Accredited Social Workers offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We work collaboratively to support meaningful change and emotional well-being.
We also provide comprehensive assessments for children and teens, including ADHD, autism (ASD), and cognitive evaluations, to help guide understanding, support, and next steps.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? Whether you’re facing challenges with mood, anxiety, relationships, or motivation, you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to help.
Our team of Psychologists and Mental Health Accredited Social Workers offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We work collaboratively to support meaningful change and emotional well-being.
We also provide comprehensive assessments for children and teens, including ADHD, autism (ASD), and cognitive evaluations, to help guide understanding, support, and next steps.
Are you LGBTQIA+ and looking to work on issues affecting your relationships but the thought of having to explain your gender identity or relationship style to a therapist puts you off? Richard enjoys working with people experiencing challenges in relationships, identity and meaning.
Are you LGBTQIA+ and looking to work on issues affecting your relationships but the thought of having to explain your gender identity or relationship style to a therapist puts you off? Richard enjoys working with people experiencing challenges in relationships, identity and meaning.
I support adolescents, adults and families who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or impacted by trauma, neurodivergence, grief, phobias, burnout, distressing memories, shutdowns or strong emotional responses.
I specialise in EMDR Therapy and use it carefully to support healing from trauma, anxiety, phobias, grief and distressing memories. I also draw on CBT, mindfulness, person-centred therapy and trauma-informed brain-based approaches, tailoring therapy to each client’s needs, goals and readiness.
I support adolescents, adults and families who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or impacted by trauma, neurodivergence, grief, phobias, burnout, distressing memories, shutdowns or strong emotional responses.
I specialise in EMDR Therapy and use it carefully to support healing from trauma, anxiety, phobias, grief and distressing memories. I also draw on CBT, mindfulness, person-centred therapy and trauma-informed brain-based approaches, tailoring therapy to each client’s needs, goals and readiness.
We provide counselling specialising in the following areas: psychosexual therapy for sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, performance anxieties, ejaculatory disorders, painful sex and mismatched/low libido; relationship counselling; individual counselling especially around gender/sexual orientation issues, trauma and anxiety/depression. We have special interest in men's health, ageing sexuality, sexual function after cancer diagnosis/treatment, infidelity, sexual trauma and gay/lesbian/queer relationships including consensual non-monogamy.
We provide counselling specialising in the following areas: psychosexual therapy for sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, performance anxieties, ejaculatory disorders, painful sex and mismatched/low libido; relationship counselling; individual counselling especially around gender/sexual orientation issues, trauma and anxiety/depression. We have special interest in men's health, ageing sexuality, sexual function after cancer diagnosis/treatment, infidelity, sexual trauma and gay/lesbian/queer relationships including consensual non-monogamy.
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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.