Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Psychologists and Therapists in Lithgow, NSW

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Clementine Scott
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I draw on Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and strengths-based practice, bringing warmth, curiosity and evidence-informed support to every session.
Maybe you've been running on empty for a while. Maybe anxiety has been quietly taking up more space than it should, or a big life change has left you feeling unsteady. Perhaps you're the person everyone else leans on — and you're not sure who you get to lean on. If something here resonates, I'm glad. I work with individuals and families navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD, life transitions, and the particular weight that comes with parenting and career pressures. Whatever is bringing you here, you don't have to figure it out alone. I work with clients from remote communities to the city, appreciating these diverse contexts.
I draw on Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and strengths-based practice, bringing warmth, curiosity and evidence-informed support to every session.
Maybe you've been running on empty for a while. Maybe anxiety has been quietly taking up more space than it should, or a big life change has left you feeling unsteady. Perhaps you're the person everyone else leans on — and you're not sure who you get to lean on. If something here resonates, I'm glad. I work with individuals and families navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD, life transitions, and the particular weight that comes with parenting and career pressures. Whatever is bringing you here, you don't have to figure it out alone. I work with clients from remote communities to the city, appreciating these diverse contexts.
(07) 3555 7942 View (07) 3555 7942
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Michelle Montgomery
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Experienced, practical therapy for people who seem to be coping on the outside, but are exhausted from carrying a lot. For more than 15 years, I’ve supported adults, young people and families across mental health, education, trauma-informed care and neurodiversity. I understand how school, work, family relationships and systems can shape wellbeing, self-confidence, identity and the ways we learn to cope. I help people understand themselves more clearly and build lives that fit better. I work well with people who spend a lot of energy holding things together, and who want therapy that feels safe, respectful and genuinely useful.
Experienced, practical therapy for people who seem to be coping on the outside, but are exhausted from carrying a lot. For more than 15 years, I’ve supported adults, young people and families across mental health, education, trauma-informed care and neurodiversity. I understand how school, work, family relationships and systems can shape wellbeing, self-confidence, identity and the ways we learn to cope. I help people understand themselves more clearly and build lives that fit better. I work well with people who spend a lot of energy holding things together, and who want therapy that feels safe, respectful and genuinely useful.
(03) 4061 3838 View (03) 4061 3838
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Tranquil Minds Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I use many different modalities including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Play-based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Therapy.
Tranquil Minds is a compassionate space dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through child centred play-based therapy. Children sometimes struggle to talk about their feelings and understand their emotions. We aim to provide a supportive environment where children can explore, express, and navigate the challenges of growing up. NDIS plan and self managed clients welcome. No waitlist. Book one session or ongoing sessions. Life can be hard, and sometimes you need someone to listen to you. We also provide therapy for adult clients who suffer from Hoarding Disorder, anxiety, OCD and addiction.
I use many different modalities including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Play-based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Therapy.
Tranquil Minds is a compassionate space dedicated to nurturing the well-being of children through child centred play-based therapy. Children sometimes struggle to talk about their feelings and understand their emotions. We aim to provide a supportive environment where children can explore, express, and navigate the challenges of growing up. NDIS plan and self managed clients welcome. No waitlist. Book one session or ongoing sessions. Life can be hard, and sometimes you need someone to listen to you. We also provide therapy for adult clients who suffer from Hoarding Disorder, anxiety, OCD and addiction.
(02) 5301 6084 View (02) 5301 6084
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Christie Little
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer an integrative approach towards healing and transformation that combines my lived experience of traumatic loss with my postgraduate studies in Holistic Psychotherapy and Counselling, Relationship Counselling with professional qualifications in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), bereavement counselling, nature therapy and somatic coaching.
I am a trauma informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, grief, suicide bereavement, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-worth, stress management and purposeful living. My intention is to support you to navigate life’s past and present challenges while deepening your capacity to achieve an enduring sense of peace, safety, agency and wellbeing. I offer clinical sessions at Leura Wellness, nature based sessions in the Blue Mountains area and online to anywhere.
I offer an integrative approach towards healing and transformation that combines my lived experience of traumatic loss with my postgraduate studies in Holistic Psychotherapy and Counselling, Relationship Counselling with professional qualifications in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), bereavement counselling, nature therapy and somatic coaching.
I am a trauma informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, grief, suicide bereavement, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-worth, stress management and purposeful living. My intention is to support you to navigate life’s past and present challenges while deepening your capacity to achieve an enduring sense of peace, safety, agency and wellbeing. I offer clinical sessions at Leura Wellness, nature based sessions in the Blue Mountains area and online to anywhere.
(08) 7831 2913 View (08) 7831 2913
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Staghorn Sexology
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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.
(02) 4063 1410 View (02) 4063 1410
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Curt McDonald Holistic Psychology & Psychotherapy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Prov
Serves Area
I draw on depth psychology, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy and existential approaches, weaving them together based on what you need.
Hi, I'm Curtis, a psychologist and psychotherapist working from the Blue Mountains, in-person and online. Often the things that bring us to therapy are the very things we've spent years trying to outrun. Sometimes it's a crisis. Sometimes just a quiet sense that something isn't working. Whatever brings you here, I want you to know that what you're experiencing makes sense, and that real change is possible. My approach is integrative and holistic. I work with you as a whole person, your inner world, your body, your relationships, your sense of meaning and identity. I target core issues, rather than treating a set of symptoms.
I draw on depth psychology, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy and existential approaches, weaving them together based on what you need.
Hi, I'm Curtis, a psychologist and psychotherapist working from the Blue Mountains, in-person and online. Often the things that bring us to therapy are the very things we've spent years trying to outrun. Sometimes it's a crisis. Sometimes just a quiet sense that something isn't working. Whatever brings you here, I want you to know that what you're experiencing makes sense, and that real change is possible. My approach is integrative and holistic. I work with you as a whole person, your inner world, your body, your relationships, your sense of meaning and identity. I target core issues, rather than treating a set of symptoms.
(02) 6105 9175 View (02) 6105 9175
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Relaxation For Women - Stress Trauma PTSD
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
For Women suffering stress, trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationships, intimacy, lifecycle. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what's your story, you are believed, valued, and cared for. Non-judgmental. Flexible client-centered choice of one or more therapies: Counselling, Mindfulness, Meditation, Massage. It's time to give yourself some self-love again. Trauma can be treated in many gentle ways without 'forcing' a flashback. Martin 0414 737 045
For Women suffering stress, trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationships, intimacy, lifecycle. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what's your story, you are believed, valued, and cared for. Non-judgmental. Flexible client-centered choice of one or more therapies: Counselling, Mindfulness, Meditation, Massage. It's time to give yourself some self-love again. Trauma can be treated in many gentle ways without 'forcing' a flashback. Martin 0414 737 045
(02) 9100 0776 View (02) 9100 0776
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Elise Wildner
Psychotherapist, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Life can throw some tough challenges our way, but your curiosity brought you here, so maybe there's a cozy spot where understanding and acceptance exist.
I bring over a decade of Telehealth experience, postgrad studies, and am close to completing a master's in psychotherapy and counselling. I am the owner of the Australian Mental Health Model where a team of 5 therapists offer various therapy approaches, in online sessions. Offering various therapists guarantees complete confidentiality.
Life can throw some tough challenges our way, but your curiosity brought you here, so maybe there's a cozy spot where understanding and acceptance exist.
I bring over a decade of Telehealth experience, postgrad studies, and am close to completing a master's in psychotherapy and counselling. I am the owner of the Australian Mental Health Model where a team of 5 therapists offer various therapy approaches, in online sessions. Offering various therapists guarantees complete confidentiality.
(02) 5301 2315 View (02) 5301 2315
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Jen Fernandez Holistic Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I integrate evidence based modalities like ACT and Schema Therapy.
Are you exhausted from masking, people pleasing or just trying to function in a world that feels like it wasn't built for you? Maybe you've recently been diagnosed as autistic or ADHD, or suspect you might be, and are looking for a psychologist who actually gets it. I'm a warm, down-to-earth psychologist with lived experience of neurodivergence, offering telehealth therapy Australia-wide. Whether you're navigating autistic burnout, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, or searching for a life that feels more authentically yours, I'm here to help. I currently have immediate availability with no waitlist.
I integrate evidence based modalities like ACT and Schema Therapy.
Are you exhausted from masking, people pleasing or just trying to function in a world that feels like it wasn't built for you? Maybe you've recently been diagnosed as autistic or ADHD, or suspect you might be, and are looking for a psychologist who actually gets it. I'm a warm, down-to-earth psychologist with lived experience of neurodivergence, offering telehealth therapy Australia-wide. Whether you're navigating autistic burnout, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, or searching for a life that feels more authentically yours, I'm here to help. I currently have immediate availability with no waitlist.
(02) 5944 1330 View (02) 5944 1330
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Be Yourself Professional Wellbeing
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You do not need to hide yourself and act as society expected.
I am Su (Xufeng Su), 我会说普通话和广东话, the owner and registered psychologist of the clinic. I am committed to provide genuine person-centered and strength-based therapy and providing a space that is safe, welcoming and free from judgements or stigma. I aim to assist and support clients in exploring their unique values and identities. Through my own lived experience, I have a deep understanding of the imbalance and distress we can feel when we could not live our authentic lives. When supporting my clients – instead of assuming the expert position – I partner with them, exploring their potential and understanding who they want to be.
You do not need to hide yourself and act as society expected.
I am Su (Xufeng Su), 我会说普通话和广东话, the owner and registered psychologist of the clinic. I am committed to provide genuine person-centered and strength-based therapy and providing a space that is safe, welcoming and free from judgements or stigma. I aim to assist and support clients in exploring their unique values and identities. Through my own lived experience, I have a deep understanding of the imbalance and distress we can feel when we could not live our authentic lives. When supporting my clients – instead of assuming the expert position – I partner with them, exploring their potential and understanding who they want to be.
0423 707 135 View 0423 707 135
Georgie Smith
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Georgie is a Clinical Psychologist and Board-approved supervisor based in Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW. She works with adults experiencing difficulties related to trauma, emotional regulation, mood and anxiety, and interpersonal patterns. Georgie's approach is trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, collaborative, non-judgmental, and sometimes infused with gentle humour. She supports clients to understand how stress and trauma affect the body and brain, and to develop practical ways to improve regulation, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.
Georgie is a Clinical Psychologist and Board-approved supervisor based in Katoomba, Blue Mountains NSW. She works with adults experiencing difficulties related to trauma, emotional regulation, mood and anxiety, and interpersonal patterns. Georgie's approach is trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, collaborative, non-judgmental, and sometimes infused with gentle humour. She supports clients to understand how stress and trauma affect the body and brain, and to develop practical ways to improve regulation, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.
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Distinct Directions
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
(02) 6189 2923 View (02) 6189 2923

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Kids & Co Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Kids & Co provides psychological care for children, adolescents and their families. Kids and Co offers psychological assessment and treatments for a wide range of childhood emotional, behavioural and family problems. Kids & Co Psychologists have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health, personal, and family issues. Their experience and expertise in the field of child and family psychology is well recognised by colleagues, media agencies and the wider community.
Kids & Co provides psychological care for children, adolescents and their families. Kids and Co offers psychological assessment and treatments for a wide range of childhood emotional, behavioural and family problems. Kids & Co Psychologists have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health, personal, and family issues. Their experience and expertise in the field of child and family psychology is well recognised by colleagues, media agencies and the wider community.
(02) 9158 6217 View (02) 9158 6217
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Claudia Vayda
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Blackheath, NSW 2785
With over 25 years’ experience as a Psychologist and Family Therapist, I have worked both in crisis and outpatient settings with drug and alcohol, at-risk, and acute mental health populations as well as in private practice with couples, families, and individuals. My work now focusses on working together to facilitate and create sustained positive change with my clients, and to assist recovery from abuse, trauma, and adverse life events.
With over 25 years’ experience as a Psychologist and Family Therapist, I have worked both in crisis and outpatient settings with drug and alcohol, at-risk, and acute mental health populations as well as in private practice with couples, families, and individuals. My work now focusses on working together to facilitate and create sustained positive change with my clients, and to assist recovery from abuse, trauma, and adverse life events.
0493 838 567 View 0493 838 567
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Clare Russell-Williams
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Treatment approaches may include CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, DBT, ACT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
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.
Treatment approaches may include CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, DBT, ACT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
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.
(02) 4708 9525 View (02) 4708 9525
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LK Holistic Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Blackheath, NSW 2785
(03) 6361 4921 View (03) 6361 4921
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Dr Mojgan (Mojan) F. Nasab
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Over 20 years of international working experience as a clinical counsellor, career specialist, nurse, lecturer/researcher with a unique blend of knowledge in mental health and career development. Main specialties: 1- Relationships: personal, professional 2- Midlife transition (menopause, career-related challenges, identity, changes in family and social roles and connections, emotional and cognitive changes, body image, meaning and purpose in life). 3- Victim Support Services: all types of trauma 4- Career coaching: career change, transition, adjustment, performance improvement, midlife and retirement transition.
Over 20 years of international working experience as a clinical counsellor, career specialist, nurse, lecturer/researcher with a unique blend of knowledge in mental health and career development. Main specialties: 1- Relationships: personal, professional 2- Midlife transition (menopause, career-related challenges, identity, changes in family and social roles and connections, emotional and cognitive changes, body image, meaning and purpose in life). 3- Victim Support Services: all types of trauma 4- Career coaching: career change, transition, adjustment, performance improvement, midlife and retirement transition.
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Online Therapists

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Dr Gaye Cameron
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Gymea, NSW 2227
Dr Gaye Cameron - Sydney NSW. Professionally Registered Psychotherapist & Accredited Social Worker, offering professional services to busy people. Gaye's career spans over 30+ years, including Government & Private Enterprise, she possesses both Graduate & Post Graduate Degrees including Psychological Science, Counselling & Social Work, as well as Master Business Administration. Gaye understands that people may be experiencing difficulties in life for varying reasons, and taking the time to talk to a professional can help you resolve and put at ease your concerns.  Reach out today, the phone call is the start to getting support now.
Dr Gaye Cameron - Sydney NSW. Professionally Registered Psychotherapist & Accredited Social Worker, offering professional services to busy people. Gaye's career spans over 30+ years, including Government & Private Enterprise, she possesses both Graduate & Post Graduate Degrees including Psychological Science, Counselling & Social Work, as well as Master Business Administration. Gaye understands that people may be experiencing difficulties in life for varying reasons, and taking the time to talk to a professional can help you resolve and put at ease your concerns.  Reach out today, the phone call is the start to getting support now.
(02) 8074 1636 View (02) 8074 1636
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Nina Vucetic
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Woolloomooloo, NSW 2011
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. I am a PACFA Registered Psychotherapist specialising in Relationship Issues, Trauma, Addiction and Anxiety. If you’ve found yourself feeling stuck—maybe in a cycle of anxiety, relationship stress, or self-doubt—you’re not alone. Life gets messy sometimes, and it’s hard to figure things out on your own. Therapy can be a space to slow down, get curious, and gently make sense of what's going on beneath the surface.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. I am a PACFA Registered Psychotherapist specialising in Relationship Issues, Trauma, Addiction and Anxiety. If you’ve found yourself feeling stuck—maybe in a cycle of anxiety, relationship stress, or self-doubt—you’re not alone. Life gets messy sometimes, and it’s hard to figure things out on your own. Therapy can be a space to slow down, get curious, and gently make sense of what's going on beneath the surface.
(02) 9100 0689 View (02) 9100 0689
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Kate Hollingsworth
Social Worker, AMHSW
Glebe, NSW 2037
Hi there, I'm Kate (she/her) and I provide unconventional counselling for unconventional teens and young adults. Helping you to claim space in society as your authentic self, without compromising who you are. I specialise in youth mental health, LGBTQI+ specific counselling; and childhood trauma. Counselling with me can look like a lot of different things. It can involve learning new coping strategies; working through trauma; helping you to set boundaries; exploring identity and befriending parts of yourself that have been unsupported; finding the path that's right for you in a world of social norms and expectations.
Hi there, I'm Kate (she/her) and I provide unconventional counselling for unconventional teens and young adults. Helping you to claim space in society as your authentic self, without compromising who you are. I specialise in youth mental health, LGBTQI+ specific counselling; and childhood trauma. Counselling with me can look like a lot of different things. It can involve learning new coping strategies; working through trauma; helping you to set boundaries; exploring identity and befriending parts of yourself that have been unsupported; finding the path that's right for you in a world of social norms and expectations.
(02) 9100 0127 View (02) 9100 0127
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.