Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Kotara, NSW
I also have extensive experience in treating anxiety disorders including panic and OCD, and mental health concerns related to Autism and ADHD.
I use a combination of EMDR, Schema Therapy and Parts work to support lasting healing from trauma.
I work at your pace and am happy to adjust therapy and modalities to suit your needs and what works for you
I also have extensive experience in treating anxiety disorders including panic and OCD, and mental health concerns related to Autism and ADHD.
I use a combination of EMDR, Schema Therapy and Parts work to support lasting healing from trauma.
I work at your pace and am happy to adjust therapy and modalities to suit your needs and what works for you
We all carry stories about who we are & how our experiences have shaped us. Sometimes those stories feel limiting or out of step with the person we want to become. I support children, young people, & adults to move through challenges using a blend of narrative therapy, kinesiology, & mind–body approaches. Together we explore what’s getting in the way, strengthen what’s already working, & create new possibilities for how you want to live. I have extensive experience supporting young people with school, learning, & emotional regulation, as well as adults navigating relationships, mental health, parenting, work & life transitions.
We all carry stories about who we are & how our experiences have shaped us. Sometimes those stories feel limiting or out of step with the person we want to become. I support children, young people, & adults to move through challenges using a blend of narrative therapy, kinesiology, & mind–body approaches. Together we explore what’s getting in the way, strengthen what’s already working, & create new possibilities for how you want to live. I have extensive experience supporting young people with school, learning, & emotional regulation, as well as adults navigating relationships, mental health, parenting, work & life transitions.
No matter how big or small your therapy goals are, I offer a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable space. I work in-line with my values of collaboration and connection with clients to create a positive path forward using evidence-based treatment.
No matter how big or small your therapy goals are, I offer a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable space. I work in-line with my values of collaboration and connection with clients to create a positive path forward using evidence-based treatment.
I provide counselling for a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression and panic attacks, grief & loss, and relationship problems.
I work in a non-judgemental and client-centred framework where the counselling relationship is a collaborative process. My work is holistic and evidence-based. Central to my approach is the therapeutic dialogue through which relationship patterns, uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, and unhelpful life patterns can all be explored in a non-judgemental way.
I provide counselling for a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression and panic attacks, grief & loss, and relationship problems.
I work in a non-judgemental and client-centred framework where the counselling relationship is a collaborative process. My work is holistic and evidence-based. Central to my approach is the therapeutic dialogue through which relationship patterns, uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, and unhelpful life patterns can all be explored in a non-judgemental way.
Kath also provides therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship problems and divorce, chronic and / or neurological illness, and gender-related issues.
A life event, relationship breakdown, accident or illness can be significant, traumatic, and overwhelming. Kath has years of clinical practice and expertise and understands that challenges can occur in many ways. If you are facing a difficult time, living with a mental illness or experiencing mental distress or simply feeling overwhelmed, Kath can help.
Kath also provides therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship problems and divorce, chronic and / or neurological illness, and gender-related issues.
A life event, relationship breakdown, accident or illness can be significant, traumatic, and overwhelming. Kath has years of clinical practice and expertise and understands that challenges can occur in many ways. If you are facing a difficult time, living with a mental illness or experiencing mental distress or simply feeling overwhelmed, Kath can help.
Sarah James is an empathetic and compassionate Psychologist who is committed to supporting individuals build upon their strengths through adversity. She places the utmost importance on developing a warm and inviting therapeutic relationship to create significant change. Sarah works collaboratively with her clients, tailoring therapy to meet the client’s needs. Private practice has always been her passion, with particular interest in helping people to overcome their traumas, anxieties and relationship difficulties. It’s in this space that Sarah can draw on her experience in other areas to best support her clients.
Sarah James is an empathetic and compassionate Psychologist who is committed to supporting individuals build upon their strengths through adversity. She places the utmost importance on developing a warm and inviting therapeutic relationship to create significant change. Sarah works collaboratively with her clients, tailoring therapy to meet the client’s needs. Private practice has always been her passion, with particular interest in helping people to overcome their traumas, anxieties and relationship difficulties. It’s in this space that Sarah can draw on her experience in other areas to best support her clients.
Providing expertise in the practice of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in treatment of Anxiety, Anger Management, Depression, Personality Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Workplace Stress and more.
I am a Psychologist in my thirteenth year of clinical practice in Newcastle, NSW. I have undertaken advanced training in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) - the originating form of CBT - and met the international training standards set by The Albert Ellis Institute in New York City - where CBT was pioneered. I have been approved by the AEI as a RE-CBT Therapist, Supervisor, and Trainer. I am a Supervisor/Trainer with the Australian Institute of REBT (AIREBT). I am also an Associate Fellow of the Albert Ellis Institute and Associate Member of the International Association for REBT; and am a Board-Approved Supervisor.
Providing expertise in the practice of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in treatment of Anxiety, Anger Management, Depression, Personality Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Workplace Stress and more.
I am a Psychologist in my thirteenth year of clinical practice in Newcastle, NSW. I have undertaken advanced training in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) - the originating form of CBT - and met the international training standards set by The Albert Ellis Institute in New York City - where CBT was pioneered. I have been approved by the AEI as a RE-CBT Therapist, Supervisor, and Trainer. I am a Supervisor/Trainer with the Australian Institute of REBT (AIREBT). I am also an Associate Fellow of the Albert Ellis Institute and Associate Member of the International Association for REBT; and am a Board-Approved Supervisor.
Wise Mind Psychology is a Newcastle-based team of passionate clinicians who are dedicated to improving the lives and well-being of our clients. We adopt a collaborative, person-centered, and evidence-based approach to therapy and assessment.
Wise Mind offers a range of services, including individual therapy, child and family therapy, and psychological and diagnostic assessments for children and adults of all ages.
Wise Mind Psychology is a Newcastle-based team of passionate clinicians who are dedicated to improving the lives and well-being of our clients. We adopt a collaborative, person-centered, and evidence-based approach to therapy and assessment.
Wise Mind offers a range of services, including individual therapy, child and family therapy, and psychological and diagnostic assessments for children and adults of all ages.
I am passionate about supporting people through stress, depression, anxiety, grief, burnout and trauma.
My therapeutic approach is informed by a variety of evidence based therapeutic models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and EMDR. I value building a therapeutic connection where we can collaborate, merging my clinical expertise with your goals.
I am passionate about supporting people through stress, depression, anxiety, grief, burnout and trauma.
My therapeutic approach is informed by a variety of evidence based therapeutic models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and EMDR. I value building a therapeutic connection where we can collaborate, merging my clinical expertise with your goals.
Grace believes in flexibly tailoring therapy to individual needs and has experience with working with trauma, disability, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodiversity, adjustment difficulties, attachment difficulties, family dynamics, stress, social difficulties, and emotional difficulties.
Grace is trained in therapeutic modalities including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
Grace believes in flexibly tailoring therapy to individual needs and has experience with working with trauma, disability, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodiversity, adjustment difficulties, attachment difficulties, family dynamics, stress, social difficulties, and emotional difficulties.
Grace is trained in therapeutic modalities including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I have worked extensively in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, & with managing the difficulties experienced by adults with ADHD & common co-occurring conditions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 22 years of experience in supporting & enhancing the mental health & wellbeing of adults. I work alongside individuals with an empathic, non-judgemental, open & genuine approach. I support each person to navigate & overcome problems, & find the best way forward to achieve their desired therapy outcomes.
Your therapy plan is tailored to your individual needs, thus relevant psychological interventions optimise your therapy experience & benefits. We work together towards the positive changes, healing & growth you are seeking so you can experience an enriched, more fulfilling life.
I have worked extensively in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, & with managing the difficulties experienced by adults with ADHD & common co-occurring conditions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 22 years of experience in supporting & enhancing the mental health & wellbeing of adults. I work alongside individuals with an empathic, non-judgemental, open & genuine approach. I support each person to navigate & overcome problems, & find the best way forward to achieve their desired therapy outcomes.
Your therapy plan is tailored to your individual needs, thus relevant psychological interventions optimise your therapy experience & benefits. We work together towards the positive changes, healing & growth you are seeking so you can experience an enriched, more fulfilling life.
She has expertise in the diagnosis of Autism, learning disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and a range of mental health presentations including anxiety and depression.
Amanda is trained in Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and Schema Therapy and works with young people and adults who have experienced trauma. She also bases her work on models of therapy including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-based Interventions, and parenting strategies.
She has expertise in the diagnosis of Autism, learning disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and a range of mental health presentations including anxiety and depression.
Amanda is trained in Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and Schema Therapy and works with young people and adults who have experienced trauma. She also bases her work on models of therapy including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-based Interventions, and parenting strategies.
Trudy treats clients with a wide range of mental health conditions and has a special interest in treating anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), functional neurological disorder (FND), specific phobias, and insomnia using transdiagnostic modalities.
Before becoming a psychologist, Trudy completed a Commerce degree & spent a decade leading large-scale organisational change initiatives across the corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors. These experiences enrich her therapeutic practice with a real-world understanding of stress-related disorders, workplace culture, and human micro-behaviours.
Trudy treats clients with a wide range of mental health conditions and has a special interest in treating anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), functional neurological disorder (FND), specific phobias, and insomnia using transdiagnostic modalities.
Before becoming a psychologist, Trudy completed a Commerce degree & spent a decade leading large-scale organisational change initiatives across the corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors. These experiences enrich her therapeutic practice with a real-world understanding of stress-related disorders, workplace culture, and human micro-behaviours.
Those who visit me often feel a quiet, heavy resentment they’re afraid to admit aloud, maybe through a caring role changing their relationship, or when the mask of keeping it all together starts to crack, leading to burnout, anxiety, or a loss of self.
With an MSc in Psychology and Diploma in Counselling, I understand the balance between data and theory, but believe true healing only begins when we're truly seen. Therefore I work relationally - our relationship is a place to strengthen your boundaries and explore all the parts of yourself you're ashamed or scared of and integrate them with acceptance.
Those who visit me often feel a quiet, heavy resentment they’re afraid to admit aloud, maybe through a caring role changing their relationship, or when the mask of keeping it all together starts to crack, leading to burnout, anxiety, or a loss of self.
With an MSc in Psychology and Diploma in Counselling, I understand the balance between data and theory, but believe true healing only begins when we're truly seen. Therefore I work relationally - our relationship is a place to strengthen your boundaries and explore all the parts of yourself you're ashamed or scared of and integrate them with acceptance.
Adam has a particular interest in working with complex trauma presentations (such as those common in first responding, domestic violence and veterans populations), PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, ADHD and Autism.
His approachable, down-to-earth style helps create a safe space for clients to explore challenges and work toward meaningful change.
Adam has a particular interest in working with complex trauma presentations (such as those common in first responding, domestic violence and veterans populations), PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, ADHD and Autism.
His approachable, down-to-earth style helps create a safe space for clients to explore challenges and work toward meaningful change.
I have experience working with a broad range of concerns from everyday stressors to mood disturbance, anxiety, grief, substance concerns, neurodivergence, trauma, personality vulnerabilities and other complex mental health disorders.
I prefer to use a relational approach respecting your unique prior experiences and present context. I draw on a variety of evidence-based therapies: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic informed therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Parts approaches and Dialectical Behavioural informed Therapy.
I have experience working with a broad range of concerns from everyday stressors to mood disturbance, anxiety, grief, substance concerns, neurodivergence, trauma, personality vulnerabilities and other complex mental health disorders.
I prefer to use a relational approach respecting your unique prior experiences and present context. I draw on a variety of evidence-based therapies: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic informed therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Parts approaches and Dialectical Behavioural informed Therapy.
We work with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, eating disorders, perfectionism, trauma, self-esteem difficulties, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
We understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. We aim to make the process feel approachable, supportive, and tailored to your individual needs. Our clinicians draw from evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
We work with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, eating disorders, perfectionism, trauma, self-esteem difficulties, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
We understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. We aim to make the process feel approachable, supportive, and tailored to your individual needs. Our clinicians draw from evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works across a broad range of issues including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, relationship and parenting challenges, substance use and school related issues.
I have experience across public mental health and private settings across a broad range of disorders and treatment modalities. I conduct thorough assessments to consider diagnoses, best practice treatment approaches and help to identify therapy goals that are meaningful for the client.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works across a broad range of issues including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, relationship and parenting challenges, substance use and school related issues.
I have experience across public mental health and private settings across a broad range of disorders and treatment modalities. I conduct thorough assessments to consider diagnoses, best practice treatment approaches and help to identify therapy goals that are meaningful for the client.
I am a accedited Social Worker and trauma-informed counsellor with a strong commitment to Advocacy, Wellbeing, and Empowerment. I am an approved NSW Victim Services counsellor and have extensive experience supporting people impacted by trauma, violence, and complex life experiences.I am also registered as a WDO sponsor for work development orders in NSW. I offer a calm, respectful, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe, understood, and supported to move forward at their own pace. My work is collaborative and strengths-based, helping people reconnect with their resilience and sense of agency.
I am a accedited Social Worker and trauma-informed counsellor with a strong commitment to Advocacy, Wellbeing, and Empowerment. I am an approved NSW Victim Services counsellor and have extensive experience supporting people impacted by trauma, violence, and complex life experiences.I am also registered as a WDO sponsor for work development orders in NSW. I offer a calm, respectful, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe, understood, and supported to move forward at their own pace. My work is collaborative and strengths-based, helping people reconnect with their resilience and sense of agency.
I pride myself on being a warm and engaging Psychologist who is passionate about supporting clients to build a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves. I aim to create a safe space for individuals to process difficult emotions and to work through difficult past and or current experiences. I hope that I can support my clients to heal from pain and to let go of suffering so that they can move forward in values guided directions.
I pride myself on being a warm and engaging Psychologist who is passionate about supporting clients to build a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves. I aim to create a safe space for individuals to process difficult emotions and to work through difficult past and or current experiences. I hope that I can support my clients to heal from pain and to let go of suffering so that they can move forward in values guided directions.
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- Lambton
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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.