Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Kirribilli, NSW
I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions.
As well as accreditation in mainstream psychological therapies, I am an international expert in the German psychophysiological evidence-based Autogenic Therapy and have been an invited guest at Oxford Uni and NASA in the USA. I train clients to connect with and regulate their nervous system for lasting psychological, physical and performance benefits.
I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions.
As well as accreditation in mainstream psychological therapies, I am an international expert in the German psychophysiological evidence-based Autogenic Therapy and have been an invited guest at Oxford Uni and NASA in the USA. I train clients to connect with and regulate their nervous system for lasting psychological, physical and performance benefits.
I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, trauma, adjusting to chronic illnesses, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration, relationship breakdown), depression, OCD, tics & Tourettes.
I have been practising as a psychologist since 2008 & have worked extensively with adolescents & adults from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds with a wide range of presentations. I am trained in a cognitive-behavioural therapy called Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Australia & overseas & also use DBT & compassion-focussed approaches.
I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, trauma, adjusting to chronic illnesses, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration, relationship breakdown), depression, OCD, tics & Tourettes.
I have been practising as a psychologist since 2008 & have worked extensively with adolescents & adults from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds with a wide range of presentations. I am trained in a cognitive-behavioural therapy called Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Australia & overseas & also use DBT & compassion-focussed approaches.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
I work with adults navigating eating disorders, body image issues, burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
I have extensive expertise across a range of psychological concerns. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, empowering clients to become their own therapist. I understand the complexities of being human, adapting my approach to consider trauma, neurodivergence, health challenges, stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
I work with adults navigating eating disorders, body image issues, burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
I have extensive expertise across a range of psychological concerns. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, empowering clients to become their own therapist. I understand the complexities of being human, adapting my approach to consider trauma, neurodivergence, health challenges, stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
I am a registered psychologist in Crows Nest providing therapy for anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, anger, men’s mental health and life transitions.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and schema-informed approaches. My work focuses on helping you understand patterns, manage difficult emotions, reduce overthinking and build resilience.
I am a registered psychologist in Crows Nest providing therapy for anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, anger, men’s mental health and life transitions.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and schema-informed approaches. My work focuses on helping you understand patterns, manage difficult emotions, reduce overthinking and build resilience.
Appointments available this week! Rebecca is a registered psychologist completing a Doctor of Psychology who offers a warm, grounded, and thoughtful approach to therapy. She values genuine connection, attentive listening, and authenticity, creating a space where clients feel safe and understood. Rebecca works with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety and mood difficulties, stress and burnout, trauma-related challenges, and life transitions. Many of her clients seek support to strengthen coping skills, enhance wellbeing, and develop practical strategies to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
Appointments available this week! Rebecca is a registered psychologist completing a Doctor of Psychology who offers a warm, grounded, and thoughtful approach to therapy. She values genuine connection, attentive listening, and authenticity, creating a space where clients feel safe and understood. Rebecca works with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety and mood difficulties, stress and burnout, trauma-related challenges, and life transitions. Many of her clients seek support to strengthen coping skills, enhance wellbeing, and develop practical strategies to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I support individuals and couples with relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ related concerns, attachment issues, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges.
I aim to be empathetic, creating a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and history, understand the cycles that keep them stuck, and develop new ways of engaging with themselves and others.
I support individuals and couples with relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ related concerns, attachment issues, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges.
I aim to be empathetic, creating a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and history, understand the cycles that keep them stuck, and develop new ways of engaging with themselves and others.
When life becomes emotionally demanding, many people feel anxious, reactive or stuck in familiar relationship patterns. You may notice overthinking, strong emotional pull from others, or difficulty staying grounded and clear about what you need. Often the wish is not to change others, but to feel more steady, aware and connected to yourself in the midst of relationships. Therapy offers space to slow down, notice what is happening in the present moment, and understand relational patterns so you can respond with greater clarity, choice and self-trust.
When life becomes emotionally demanding, many people feel anxious, reactive or stuck in familiar relationship patterns. You may notice overthinking, strong emotional pull from others, or difficulty staying grounded and clear about what you need. Often the wish is not to change others, but to feel more steady, aware and connected to yourself in the midst of relationships. Therapy offers space to slow down, notice what is happening in the present moment, and understand relational patterns so you can respond with greater clarity, choice and self-trust.
We all want to lead fulfilling lives, regardless of our situation. It's my passion to help you learn strategies to conquer the challenges you face. Sometimes, it takes courage just to get through each day, & this is where the most impressive changes can occur. I want to help you gain a better understanding & awareness of yourself & what you are capable of. By nurturing change within therapy, I hope to help you avoid feeling that life is "just happening to me" & instead feel empowered. Whether it's a mental health issue, life transition, or coping strategies, I am here to support you towards a life of balance, joy & well-being.
We all want to lead fulfilling lives, regardless of our situation. It's my passion to help you learn strategies to conquer the challenges you face. Sometimes, it takes courage just to get through each day, & this is where the most impressive changes can occur. I want to help you gain a better understanding & awareness of yourself & what you are capable of. By nurturing change within therapy, I hope to help you avoid feeling that life is "just happening to me" & instead feel empowered. Whether it's a mental health issue, life transition, or coping strategies, I am here to support you towards a life of balance, joy & well-being.
You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues
Evelyn’s primary therapeutic orientation is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with the aim to help you manage your thoughts, mood, emotions, and behaviours in order to improve your relationships, and quality of life.
You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues
Evelyn’s primary therapeutic orientation is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with the aim to help you manage your thoughts, mood, emotions, and behaviours in order to improve your relationships, and quality of life.
Through therapy, I offer tailored support to help you manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, and anger.
Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. So, I adjust the therapy to your needs, offering a range of evidence-based therapies under Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psycho-education, Mindfulness-based therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Stress Management, Shema Therapy, Social Skills and Communication training, and Play Therapy.
Through therapy, I offer tailored support to help you manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, and anger.
Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. So, I adjust the therapy to your needs, offering a range of evidence-based therapies under Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psycho-education, Mindfulness-based therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Stress Management, Shema Therapy, Social Skills and Communication training, and Play Therapy.
I work with adults struggling with relationships and difficult events in their past, trying to understand why anxiety and other intense emotions have such a big impact on their lives, and what they can do about it. They may feel stuck, disconnected, or caught in repeating patterns they can’t explain.
I work with adults struggling with relationships and difficult events in their past, trying to understand why anxiety and other intense emotions have such a big impact on their lives, and what they can do about it. They may feel stuck, disconnected, or caught in repeating patterns they can’t explain.
AT My Place Counselling and Psychotherapy offers personal psychotherapy, counselling and professional supervision to individuals, couples and groups. We meet you at wherever you are on your path for growth and change.
Our purpose is to support and work alongside you to guide change and promote growth personally and professionally.
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Therapeutic navigation for healing and growth with Psychotherapy and Counselling services for young people (15 years and older) and adults (all ages)
Sharing knowledge and experience we promote learning and growth through therapeutic coaching, supervision and professional development
AT My Place Counselling and Psychotherapy offers personal psychotherapy, counselling and professional supervision to individuals, couples and groups. We meet you at wherever you are on your path for growth and change.
Our purpose is to support and work alongside you to guide change and promote growth personally and professionally.
We do this though -
Therapeutic navigation for healing and growth with Psychotherapy and Counselling services for young people (15 years and older) and adults (all ages)
Sharing knowledge and experience we promote learning and growth through therapeutic coaching, supervision and professional development
Is anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or addiction ruling your life?
Are you feeling hurt, stuck, misunderstood, or in emotional pain? Are you really having the relationships you would like with your partner, children, extended family, or co-workers? Are you really having the relationship you would like with yourself? You may be experiencing emotional swings, perhaps using food, anger, work, alcohol, shopping, etc., as ways to manage your pain. Perhaps you have lost someone, or perhaps you have been deeply hurt by someone you love....You want things to be different in your life, but don't know how to get there....tell me about it, and we'll work together to make a change (Medicare rebates available)
Is anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, or addiction ruling your life?
Are you feeling hurt, stuck, misunderstood, or in emotional pain? Are you really having the relationships you would like with your partner, children, extended family, or co-workers? Are you really having the relationship you would like with yourself? You may be experiencing emotional swings, perhaps using food, anger, work, alcohol, shopping, etc., as ways to manage your pain. Perhaps you have lost someone, or perhaps you have been deeply hurt by someone you love....You want things to be different in your life, but don't know how to get there....tell me about it, and we'll work together to make a change (Medicare rebates available)
Kind in Mind (Susannah
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, struggling to manage stress or feel like yourself. Perhaps you're facing challenges across performance anxiety, perfectionism, athlete or leadership wellbeing. You might be navigating a life transition, you want to feel more like yourself, or you simply want to grow.
My clients tend to seek therapy to understand themselves more deeply, manage difficult emotions more effectively, and create a calmer, more connected and fulfilling life.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, struggling to manage stress or feel like yourself. Perhaps you're facing challenges across performance anxiety, perfectionism, athlete or leadership wellbeing. You might be navigating a life transition, you want to feel more like yourself, or you simply want to grow.
My clients tend to seek therapy to understand themselves more deeply, manage difficult emotions more effectively, and create a calmer, more connected and fulfilling life.
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I am passionate about the work that I do. I offer my clients a confidential, safe environment to address their areas of concern in a holistic manner. This includes mental health, relationship issues, stress, managing change, and grief & loss. I use a solution focused approach, with a goal of empowering my clients, and supporting them to improve their emotional, physical health and wellbeing. I work with my clients to build on their strengths, and address their areas of concern. Together we work on strategies that they can use in managing their issues.
I am passionate about the work that I do. I offer my clients a confidential, safe environment to address their areas of concern in a holistic manner. This includes mental health, relationship issues, stress, managing change, and grief & loss. I use a solution focused approach, with a goal of empowering my clients, and supporting them to improve their emotional, physical health and wellbeing. I work with my clients to build on their strengths, and address their areas of concern. Together we work on strategies that they can use in managing their issues.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or past traumas weighing you down?
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I use evidence-based therapies, including somatic, cognitive and experiential techniques, and person-centred counselling. Together, we’ll integrate mind and body, explore unconscious patterns, release emotional blocks, and build resilience, self-compassion, and clarity for lasting well-being.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or past traumas weighing you down?
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I use evidence-based therapies, including somatic, cognitive and experiential techniques, and person-centred counselling. Together, we’ll integrate mind and body, explore unconscious patterns, release emotional blocks, and build resilience, self-compassion, and clarity for lasting well-being.
My ideal clients are adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds who are navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, workplace challenges, life transitions, or periods where they feel stuck or overwhelmed. Many people come to my practice seeking clarity, emotional support, practical strategies, or a deeper understanding of longstanding patterns that may be holding them back. I also work with professionals and individuals seeking personal growth, resilience, and improved coping skills.
My ideal clients are adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds who are navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, workplace challenges, life transitions, or periods where they feel stuck or overwhelmed. Many people come to my practice seeking clarity, emotional support, practical strategies, or a deeper understanding of longstanding patterns that may be holding them back. I also work with professionals and individuals seeking personal growth, resilience, and improved coping skills.
From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.
From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.