Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Macquarie Park, NSW

Dr Salena Bhanji
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Dr Salena is a warm and dedicated Clinical and Counselling Psychologist committed to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, OCD, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and broader emotional wellbeing. She also has extensive expertise in eating disorders and body image concerns. With more than 20 years of experience across Australia and the UK, Dr Salena brings a depth of clinical knowledge grounded in evidence-based practice. Her therapeutic approach is both insightful and practical, ensuring that each session offers meaningful understanding as well as practical skills for everyday applicability.
Dr Salena is a warm and dedicated Clinical and Counselling Psychologist committed to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, OCD, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and broader emotional wellbeing. She also has extensive expertise in eating disorders and body image concerns. With more than 20 years of experience across Australia and the UK, Dr Salena brings a depth of clinical knowledge grounded in evidence-based practice. Her therapeutic approach is both insightful and practical, ensuring that each session offers meaningful understanding as well as practical skills for everyday applicability.
(02) 8503 4157 View (02) 8503 4157
Dr Evelina Medin
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I’m a Clinical Psychologist providing telehealth therapy for adults across NSW. The people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who find themselves struggling because of anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, trauma, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, or the cumulative impact of stress over time. I have a special interest in peri and postnatal difficulties and adjustment to parenthood - I work a lot with parents and caregivers navigating the emotional demands of family life including neurodivergent families. I also work a lot with first responders and other helping professionals.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist providing telehealth therapy for adults across NSW. The people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who find themselves struggling because of anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, trauma, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, or the cumulative impact of stress over time. I have a special interest in peri and postnatal difficulties and adjustment to parenthood - I work a lot with parents and caregivers navigating the emotional demands of family life including neurodivergent families. I also work a lot with first responders and other helping professionals.
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Jillian Rattray
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Would it be helpful for you to talk with a counsellor about areas in your life that are distressing or perhaps causing you to get stuck? For many of us there are times when circumstances, life transitions and grief can be difficult. I aim to provide a supportive space to express emotions, thoughts and feelings. Helping people increase their self-awareness and mental health is a passion within my work. I rely on integrative approaches that are trauma informed and strengths-based. Body awareness, mindfulness, creative expression and self-care approaches are offered in response to each person's needs and alongside conversation.
Would it be helpful for you to talk with a counsellor about areas in your life that are distressing or perhaps causing you to get stuck? For many of us there are times when circumstances, life transitions and grief can be difficult. I aim to provide a supportive space to express emotions, thoughts and feelings. Helping people increase their self-awareness and mental health is a passion within my work. I rely on integrative approaches that are trauma informed and strengths-based. Body awareness, mindfulness, creative expression and self-care approaches are offered in response to each person's needs and alongside conversation.
(02) 7804 4689 View (02) 7804 4689
Katherine Gambell
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
(02) 8294 9321 View (02) 8294 9321
Netta Dolev
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Are you or your child carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or childhood neglect? In Macquarie Park and Bondi Junction,NSW, I support women and children who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward after painful or confusing experiences. Whether you're in North Ryde, Ryde, Lane Cove, Chatswood, Lower North Shore or Eastern Suburbs, you don't have to keep living in survival mode. With 15 years of experience, I offer a calm, grounded space where you can feel safe and understood. Reach out today for a free 15-minute consultation
Are you or your child carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or childhood neglect? In Macquarie Park and Bondi Junction,NSW, I support women and children who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward after painful or confusing experiences. Whether you're in North Ryde, Ryde, Lane Cove, Chatswood, Lower North Shore or Eastern Suburbs, you don't have to keep living in survival mode. With 15 years of experience, I offer a calm, grounded space where you can feel safe and understood. Reach out today for a free 15-minute consultation
(02) 7804 4529 View (02) 7804 4529
Grace Foo
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
(02) 9538 7874 View (02) 9538 7874
Mary Capsanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I'm a Clinical Psychologist who started my practice Introspect Clinical Psychology as I'm passionate about creating a supportive space for people to explore their challenges without judgement. I work with adults (18+), including individuals as well as working with couples. My areas of focus are supporting individuals to improve symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, as well as supporting those who want to recover from harmful coping behaviours. I have an interest in helping individuals work through the childhood origins of their current difficulties, as well as building coping mechanisms and outlets for their distress.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist who started my practice Introspect Clinical Psychology as I'm passionate about creating a supportive space for people to explore their challenges without judgement. I work with adults (18+), including individuals as well as working with couples. My areas of focus are supporting individuals to improve symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, as well as supporting those who want to recover from harmful coping behaviours. I have an interest in helping individuals work through the childhood origins of their current difficulties, as well as building coping mechanisms and outlets for their distress.
(02) 7804 4751 View (02) 7804 4751
Julie Ryu
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
(02) 7804 4481 View (02) 7804 4481
Miriam Chan
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you stuck in how you feel and would love to learn how to get out of the cycle? Are you prepared to learn some new skills to change how you feel? It can be scary to reach out and give counselling a go but I am here and can help. You will learn skills to create better connections with others, cope better with future stress and challenges, and feel more confident in managing your mental health and wellbeing.
Are you stuck in how you feel and would love to learn how to get out of the cycle? Are you prepared to learn some new skills to change how you feel? It can be scary to reach out and give counselling a go but I am here and can help. You will learn skills to create better connections with others, cope better with future stress and challenges, and feel more confident in managing your mental health and wellbeing.
(02) 9538 7715 View (02) 9538 7715
Dr Emma Boles
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I provide support to healthcare professionals, first responders, and adults experiencing trauma, chronic stress, and burnout. I also support women across the perinatal journey, from fertility challenges and pregnancy through to the transition to parenthood, including birth trauma, perinatal anxiety and perinatal depression. The demands of caring for others, high-pressure work environments, traumatic experiences and major life transitions can impact wellbeing. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to help clients process their experiences, improve confidence and coping, and build strategies to manage stress.
I provide support to healthcare professionals, first responders, and adults experiencing trauma, chronic stress, and burnout. I also support women across the perinatal journey, from fertility challenges and pregnancy through to the transition to parenthood, including birth trauma, perinatal anxiety and perinatal depression. The demands of caring for others, high-pressure work environments, traumatic experiences and major life transitions can impact wellbeing. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to help clients process their experiences, improve confidence and coping, and build strategies to manage stress.
(02) 8403 1714 View (02) 8403 1714
Joyce Ong
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Joyce's clients present with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship conflicts, life transitions, sexual/gender identity, and self-acceptance. Clients hope to resolve past traumatic experience or adverse childhood experiences to overcome their inner critic to achieve a life of vitality. Joyce's working philosophy is “embracing humanity from within”, which means she sees her role as a helping hand in her client’s journey to resolve their suffering with respect and dignity.
Joyce's clients present with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship conflicts, life transitions, sexual/gender identity, and self-acceptance. Clients hope to resolve past traumatic experience or adverse childhood experiences to overcome their inner critic to achieve a life of vitality. Joyce's working philosophy is “embracing humanity from within”, which means she sees her role as a helping hand in her client’s journey to resolve their suffering with respect and dignity.
(02) 8503 9961 View (02) 8503 9961
Dr Emma Keaveny Cook
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.
Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.
(02) 8403 2765 View (02) 8403 2765
Sylvia Chen
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I am a trauma-informed clinical counsellor, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), gong sound healer, breathwork facilitator that firmly believes in the value of human life. I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns. ​I am warm, caring and insightful. I am here to support your integration, and all of the various parts of your personality and being, into a balanced and joyful whole, made up of body, mind and soul.
I am a trauma-informed clinical counsellor, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), gong sound healer, breathwork facilitator that firmly believes in the value of human life. I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship, anxiety and stress, trauma, depression, attachment, family of origin issues, parenting, grief & loss, personal growth & development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns. ​I am warm, caring and insightful. I am here to support your integration, and all of the various parts of your personality and being, into a balanced and joyful whole, made up of body, mind and soul.
(02) 8403 0049 View (02) 8403 0049
Kylie Finlayson, Principal Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Kylie’s psychology practice focuses on the treatment of adults experiencing a variety of problems including anxiety, stress, depression, anger management and emotional dysregulation, PTSD, and adult ADHD. She particularly enjoys working with men navigating life transitions (study, work, family, retirement), improving confidence and communication in relationships. Kylie strives to understand each individual client and their unique problem and find the most effective strategies to help them. She uses a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
Kylie’s psychology practice focuses on the treatment of adults experiencing a variety of problems including anxiety, stress, depression, anger management and emotional dysregulation, PTSD, and adult ADHD. She particularly enjoys working with men navigating life transitions (study, work, family, retirement), improving confidence and communication in relationships. Kylie strives to understand each individual client and their unique problem and find the most effective strategies to help them. She uses a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
(02) 9100 0436 View (02) 9100 0436
Cadence Psychology Pymble
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Many of my clients are adults managing full lives: demanding careers, primary responsibility for a young family, adjusting to a new home in Australia, or simply the quiet build-up of stress that comes with holding everything together. They come to me experiencing anxiety, low mood, burnout, ADHD, or overwhelm that has grown difficult to manage alone, often after trying to push through it for some time. I help clients get clear on what is really driving their distress and build a plan that fits their specific circumstances, rather than a generic approach.
Many of my clients are adults managing full lives: demanding careers, primary responsibility for a young family, adjusting to a new home in Australia, or simply the quiet build-up of stress that comes with holding everything together. They come to me experiencing anxiety, low mood, burnout, ADHD, or overwhelm that has grown difficult to manage alone, often after trying to push through it for some time. I help clients get clear on what is really driving their distress and build a plan that fits their specific circumstances, rather than a generic approach.
(02) 8403 2475 View (02) 8403 2475
Rosa Oyta
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can be overwhelming at times and it's completely natural to experience stress and anxiety. Whether it's work, relationships, or personal struggles, remember that you're not alone in facing these difficulties. Together, we will join forces to develop strategies to support your mental health.
Life can be overwhelming at times and it's completely natural to experience stress and anxiety. Whether it's work, relationships, or personal struggles, remember that you're not alone in facing these difficulties. Together, we will join forces to develop strategies to support your mental health.
(02) 8294 2080 View (02) 8294 2080
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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Parvani Pinnewala
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Forest Lodge, NSW 2037
I am a Clinical Psychologist in UK (CPsychol) and Sri Lanka and a registered Psychologist in Australia. I work with a range of mental health issues including depression, stress, adjustment disorders, anxiety (social anxiety, phobias, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, separation anxiety), OCD, bereavement and grief issues, woman’s issues, self-esteem, personal development, self/identity issues, trauma and recovery, anger management, relational issues (including interpersonal, couple and family), emotion regulation, sexuality/gender identity, acculturation, self-harm/suicide serious mental illness, pain management and addictions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in UK (CPsychol) and Sri Lanka and a registered Psychologist in Australia. I work with a range of mental health issues including depression, stress, adjustment disorders, anxiety (social anxiety, phobias, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, separation anxiety), OCD, bereavement and grief issues, woman’s issues, self-esteem, personal development, self/identity issues, trauma and recovery, anger management, relational issues (including interpersonal, couple and family), emotion regulation, sexuality/gender identity, acculturation, self-harm/suicide serious mental illness, pain management and addictions.
(02) 9158 6319 View (02) 9158 6319
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Summer Hill, NSW 2130
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
(02) 8073 9397 View (02) 8073 9397
Dr Kelly Elizabeth Green
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
(08) 7008 9285 View (08) 7008 9285
Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.