Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Loftus, NSW
Whilst I specialise in treating anxiety disorders, phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), I also enjoy working with people with a range of other concerns, including grief and loss, eating disorders, trauma, depression, study-related stress, low self-esteem, and difficulties managing emotions.
I'm a registered psychologist who is passionate about ensuring my clients feel heard, validated, and respected, whilst empowering them to utilise their strengths and make changes to achieve a more fulfilling life. I have a gentle therapeutic style and work collaboratively, tailoring my treatment specifically for every client.
Whilst I specialise in treating anxiety disorders, phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), I also enjoy working with people with a range of other concerns, including grief and loss, eating disorders, trauma, depression, study-related stress, low self-esteem, and difficulties managing emotions.
I'm a registered psychologist who is passionate about ensuring my clients feel heard, validated, and respected, whilst empowering them to utilise their strengths and make changes to achieve a more fulfilling life. I have a gentle therapeutic style and work collaboratively, tailoring my treatment specifically for every client.
Therapy for life's deeper transitions.
Some stages of life invite us to look more deeply at who we are, how we're living, and what may need to change. Whether you're only beginning to explore yourself or have spent years in personal growth, you may still find yourself repeating familiar patterns, feeling disconnected, or sensing that something is missing. Together, we'll explore what lies beneath these experiences to create meaningful and lasting change in a way that honours both your individuality and your own path.
Therapy for life's deeper transitions.
Some stages of life invite us to look more deeply at who we are, how we're living, and what may need to change. Whether you're only beginning to explore yourself or have spent years in personal growth, you may still find yourself repeating familiar patterns, feeling disconnected, or sensing that something is missing. Together, we'll explore what lies beneath these experiences to create meaningful and lasting change in a way that honours both your individuality and your own path.
My particular interests are supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationships concerns and childhood trauma.
I use a person centred approach, which means that the client is the expert of their own life and the process needs to suit the client. I will always check in with you to ensure that you feel safe and comfortable throughout the process. I also use evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
My particular interests are supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationships concerns and childhood trauma.
I use a person centred approach, which means that the client is the expert of their own life and the process needs to suit the client. I will always check in with you to ensure that you feel safe and comfortable throughout the process. I also use evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Safe, sensitive, inclusive counselling & therapeutic supports for children, adolescents and adults. My therapeutic style is warm, creative and adaptable. I create a space where you can feel safe, understood and accepted. I focus on your strengths. I help you identify what you are doing well and build on those abilities. My specialist skills can help people of all ages and abilities to express their thoughts and feelings creatively.
Safe, sensitive, inclusive counselling & therapeutic supports for children, adolescents and adults. My therapeutic style is warm, creative and adaptable. I create a space where you can feel safe, understood and accepted. I focus on your strengths. I help you identify what you are doing well and build on those abilities. My specialist skills can help people of all ages and abilities to express their thoughts and feelings creatively.
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My clients mainly come for treating anxiety, relationship issues, workplace stress/communication difficulties and career issues/strategies.
I work from a Psychodynamic, attachment styles lens that utilises a range of methods that include CBT, motivational interviewing, inc. narrative & existential discussions. EMDR & parts work is also incorporated. Relevant resources which may be podcasts, reading, and whiteboard graphics are used in session also.
My clients mainly come for treating anxiety, relationship issues, workplace stress/communication difficulties and career issues/strategies.
I work from a Psychodynamic, attachment styles lens that utilises a range of methods that include CBT, motivational interviewing, inc. narrative & existential discussions. EMDR & parts work is also incorporated. Relevant resources which may be podcasts, reading, and whiteboard graphics are used in session also.
I am a clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples and families. I specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety and panic disorder; PTSD; sleep difficulties; behavioural problems; parenting; relationship difficulties; life crises; stress management; trauma and abuse.
I am a clinical psychologist who works with individuals, couples and families. I specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety and panic disorder; PTSD; sleep difficulties; behavioural problems; parenting; relationship difficulties; life crises; stress management; trauma and abuse.
Maybe you’re tired of repeating the same arguments, feeling anxious, or letting old wounds control your present.
My approach is warm, honest, and practical. Together we’ll slow things down, explore the emotions and patterns that keep you stuck, and create new ways to cope and connect. Clients often say they feel both supported and gently challenged, which allows them to grow in meaningful ways.
Maybe you’re tired of repeating the same arguments, feeling anxious, or letting old wounds control your present.
My approach is warm, honest, and practical. Together we’ll slow things down, explore the emotions and patterns that keep you stuck, and create new ways to cope and connect. Clients often say they feel both supported and gently challenged, which allows them to grow in meaningful ways.
Petroula Quinn is a Psychologist, a certified EMDR Accredited Practitioner, and the founder of ‘Sillow Psychology’ - a Mental Health and Trauma Recovery service, providing psychology consultations to adults struggling with a range of issues, from general anxiety to deep trauma.
Petroula has significant experience working with Trauma related issues, such as the impact of childhood abuse, neglect, domestic violence, workplace bullying and sexual assault. She draws from a range of trauma-informed modalities such as EMDR, ego-state therapy, schema therapy, and ACT.
Petroula Quinn is a Psychologist, a certified EMDR Accredited Practitioner, and the founder of ‘Sillow Psychology’ - a Mental Health and Trauma Recovery service, providing psychology consultations to adults struggling with a range of issues, from general anxiety to deep trauma.
Petroula has significant experience working with Trauma related issues, such as the impact of childhood abuse, neglect, domestic violence, workplace bullying and sexual assault. She draws from a range of trauma-informed modalities such as EMDR, ego-state therapy, schema therapy, and ACT.
Common presenting problems for such clients may include depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, Self-esteem issues and personality disorders (such as borderline personality disorder).
Understanding that human experience is complex and unique across individuals, I utilise a trauma-informed and Person-Centered theraputic approach, to help establish safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness and empowerment for my clients.
Common presenting problems for such clients may include depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, Self-esteem issues and personality disorders (such as borderline personality disorder).
Understanding that human experience is complex and unique across individuals, I utilise a trauma-informed and Person-Centered theraputic approach, to help establish safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness and empowerment for my clients.
I’ll meet you with empathy, acceptance, and curiosity as you begin to untangle from old messages, limiting beliefs, and patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults seeking to understand emotional conflicts, relationship struggles, and deeper psychological concerns. In a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, you’ll have time to slow down, reflect, and feel. I welcome all parts of you to be seen and heard. Together, we can explore how past relationships and emotional wounds may be shaping your present, as well as dive into life’s deeper questions and existential concerns—creating a space to think deeply about what truly matters to you and to move toward a more authentic, fulfilling life.
I’ll meet you with empathy, acceptance, and curiosity as you begin to untangle from old messages, limiting beliefs, and patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults seeking to understand emotional conflicts, relationship struggles, and deeper psychological concerns. In a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, you’ll have time to slow down, reflect, and feel. I welcome all parts of you to be seen and heard. Together, we can explore how past relationships and emotional wounds may be shaping your present, as well as dive into life’s deeper questions and existential concerns—creating a space to think deeply about what truly matters to you and to move toward a more authentic, fulfilling life.
As an experienced clinical psychologist, I provide clients with a supportive and safe space to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I draw from a range of therapeutic models to address an individuals’ needs and equip them with skills to take on life’s challenges. I aim to be authentic in my practice and to help clients feel at ease in the therapy room. At the heart of my approach is the belief that people are able to grow and evolve in order to live a meaningful life. I feel privileged to be in a position to observe people grow and take this into their lives outside the therapy room.
As an experienced clinical psychologist, I provide clients with a supportive and safe space to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I draw from a range of therapeutic models to address an individuals’ needs and equip them with skills to take on life’s challenges. I aim to be authentic in my practice and to help clients feel at ease in the therapy room. At the heart of my approach is the belief that people are able to grow and evolve in order to live a meaningful life. I feel privileged to be in a position to observe people grow and take this into their lives outside the therapy room.
Amy is passionate about inclusive care and works from a body positive, neurodiversity affirming and trauma-informed perspective with all clients, placing a high value on client autonomy and the importance of partnering with clients, valuing their lived experience as an expert in their own life. Amy is a Christian and works with patients who wish to see a psychologist with a shared faith and world view. She is also a registered provider for the Australian Institute of Sport Mental Health Referral Network.
Amy is passionate about inclusive care and works from a body positive, neurodiversity affirming and trauma-informed perspective with all clients, placing a high value on client autonomy and the importance of partnering with clients, valuing their lived experience as an expert in their own life. Amy is a Christian and works with patients who wish to see a psychologist with a shared faith and world view. She is also a registered provider for the Australian Institute of Sport Mental Health Referral Network.
Others struggle with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or a persistent sense of not being enough.
I offer telehealth counselling in English and Russian, drawing on ACT, DBT, somatic awareness and polyvagal theory. I don't work with food rules. I work with what's underneath — the nervous system, the beliefs, the emotional patterns. Together we build something more flexible and self-compassionate.
Others struggle with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or a persistent sense of not being enough.
I offer telehealth counselling in English and Russian, drawing on ACT, DBT, somatic awareness and polyvagal theory. I don't work with food rules. I work with what's underneath — the nervous system, the beliefs, the emotional patterns. Together we build something more flexible and self-compassionate.
I am passionate about working with a range of anxiety disorders & providing emotional support to navigate the challenges associated with life transitions.
My approach to therapy is relaxed and easy-going. I like to create a compassionate space that allows you to feel comfortable and safe. I want you to feel heard and understood so you can explore your feelings at your own pace.
I am passionate about working with a range of anxiety disorders & providing emotional support to navigate the challenges associated with life transitions.
My approach to therapy is relaxed and easy-going. I like to create a compassionate space that allows you to feel comfortable and safe. I want you to feel heard and understood so you can explore your feelings at your own pace.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
Inner Strength Therapy offers counselling in Sydney for trauma and anxiety to individuals and couples who are finding life challenging and stressful due to adverse past trauma.
Emotional and psychological trauma is the result of an extraordinarily stressful event. Trauma damages the psyche and produces overwhelming stress to the point where your ability to cope with the intense emotions leaves you confused and upset. Your sense of security may be shattered, making you feel helpless in a perceived dangerous world.
Inner Strength Therapy offers counselling in Sydney for trauma and anxiety to individuals and couples who are finding life challenging and stressful due to adverse past trauma.
Emotional and psychological trauma is the result of an extraordinarily stressful event. Trauma damages the psyche and produces overwhelming stress to the point where your ability to cope with the intense emotions leaves you confused and upset. Your sense of security may be shattered, making you feel helpless in a perceived dangerous world.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist specialising in anxiety, trauma, addictions, disordered eating, depression and relational issues.
Hello and welcome. Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Are you struggling to manage your overwhelming emotions? You might be experiencing relationship challenges causing you distress and find it difficult to express your needs and wants. Perhaps difficult past experiences impact your present circumstances leaving you feeling stuck and lonely. Or you might be concerned about your or someone else’s substance use, disordered eating, or suffering chronic pain. These experiences might leave you feeling powerless. I am here to support you in finding freedom from what holds you back and achieving true lasting transformation.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist specialising in anxiety, trauma, addictions, disordered eating, depression and relational issues.
Hello and welcome. Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Are you struggling to manage your overwhelming emotions? You might be experiencing relationship challenges causing you distress and find it difficult to express your needs and wants. Perhaps difficult past experiences impact your present circumstances leaving you feeling stuck and lonely. Or you might be concerned about your or someone else’s substance use, disordered eating, or suffering chronic pain. These experiences might leave you feeling powerless. I am here to support you in finding freedom from what holds you back and achieving true lasting transformation.
Perhaps it's the echo of past trauma, the fog of anxiety or depression, or the quiet ache of grief that doesn't seem to shift.
Frank is a psychotherapist and counsellor who works with people navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and the weight of life's harder chapters. He draws on a range of approaches — including EMDR, somatic and emotion-focused therapies — tailored to each person's needs and pace.
Perhaps it's the echo of past trauma, the fog of anxiety or depression, or the quiet ache of grief that doesn't seem to shift.
Frank is a psychotherapist and counsellor who works with people navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and the weight of life's harder chapters. He draws on a range of approaches — including EMDR, somatic and emotion-focused therapies — tailored to each person's needs and pace.
Reformed Counselling Services can help you navigate: Anger, Anxiety, Career, Confidence, Communication, Depression, Family Breakdown, Grief & Loss, Relationships, Stress & Uncertainty.
Life's journey can present us with various difficulties, and I am here to offer a comforting and supportive space for individuals facing their own challenges. I believe in fostering a warm and empathetic environment where each person's unique journey is embraced.
Reformed Counselling Services can help you navigate: Anger, Anxiety, Career, Confidence, Communication, Depression, Family Breakdown, Grief & Loss, Relationships, Stress & Uncertainty.
Life's journey can present us with various difficulties, and I am here to offer a comforting and supportive space for individuals facing their own challenges. I believe in fostering a warm and empathetic environment where each person's unique journey is embraced.
My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy (IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system. I also integrate Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Mindfulness Based Therapies (MBT) to provide a holistic approach to healing.
My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy (IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system. I also integrate Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Mindfulness Based Therapies (MBT) to provide a holistic approach to healing.
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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.