Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Merrylands, NSW
Life can be fulfilling and enjoyable, however there are times when we can feel confused, anxious or stuck. Despite our good intentions and hard work, we may still struggle to move forward. I provide counselling to individuals and couples with issues around relationship and breakdowns, abuse, domestic & family violence, communication, anger management, parenting issues, depression, childhood trauma. Perhaps you have lost a significant loved one and life has become difficult without them.
Life can be fulfilling and enjoyable, however there are times when we can feel confused, anxious or stuck. Despite our good intentions and hard work, we may still struggle to move forward. I provide counselling to individuals and couples with issues around relationship and breakdowns, abuse, domestic & family violence, communication, anger management, parenting issues, depression, childhood trauma. Perhaps you have lost a significant loved one and life has become difficult without them.
There is nothing like an ideal client as there is no easy problem. Every issue is dependent on the client's own experience and how they have been affected by it. I have to look at everything from the client's perspective as there is no "0ne therapy fit all" in my practice rooms. People are unique and have different goals even for somewhat similar problems or issues depending on their cognitive, emotional, and behavioural dispositions and how this impacts their values and beliefs. My purpose is to provide my client with all-rounder care and support on a journey of personal growth and development to self-actualize wholly.
There is nothing like an ideal client as there is no easy problem. Every issue is dependent on the client's own experience and how they have been affected by it. I have to look at everything from the client's perspective as there is no "0ne therapy fit all" in my practice rooms. People are unique and have different goals even for somewhat similar problems or issues depending on their cognitive, emotional, and behavioural dispositions and how this impacts their values and beliefs. My purpose is to provide my client with all-rounder care and support on a journey of personal growth and development to self-actualize wholly.
I am a Psychologist with over 13 years experience in working with people across a wide range of issues. I am passionate about helping people to find a way to address these difficulties and barriers that they feel are holding them back in life. I specifically enjoy working with those presenting with mood disorders, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, infidelity and parenting but am not limited to these areas in relation to expertise. I am warm, empathetic and non judgmental and strive to create a safe space to explore difficult issues. A positive experience of therapy is my goal for you.
I am a Psychologist with over 13 years experience in working with people across a wide range of issues. I am passionate about helping people to find a way to address these difficulties and barriers that they feel are holding them back in life. I specifically enjoy working with those presenting with mood disorders, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, infidelity and parenting but am not limited to these areas in relation to expertise. I am warm, empathetic and non judgmental and strive to create a safe space to explore difficult issues. A positive experience of therapy is my goal for you.
In therapy I can help with mental health and relationship issues such as: confidence and assertiveness; reducing worry and negative thinking; having better relationships; managing low moods or mood swings; overcome imposter syndrome; or decrease sexual dysunction. I treat clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar. I also work with adults on relationship issues and with couples using the Gottman Model of Couples Therapy. I am also passionate about social justice & regularly provide assessments & reports for immigration & criminal court proceedings (including bail application, S14 applications, and sentencing reports).
In therapy I can help with mental health and relationship issues such as: confidence and assertiveness; reducing worry and negative thinking; having better relationships; managing low moods or mood swings; overcome imposter syndrome; or decrease sexual dysunction. I treat clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar. I also work with adults on relationship issues and with couples using the Gottman Model of Couples Therapy. I am also passionate about social justice & regularly provide assessments & reports for immigration & criminal court proceedings (including bail application, S14 applications, and sentencing reports).
Having worked with some of the most vulnerable communities in Sydney, Clinical Psychologist Jo Gravina has the ability to make anyone feel at ease. She understands that trust, empathy, and understanding are central to a therapeutic relationship, and views the opportunity to be witness to a patient’s story as a privilege. She prides herself on her warm and friendly demeanour, as well as her ability to remain non-judgmental to her patients, no matter what issues they face. Jo views her role as much more than a job. She sees it as an opportunity to enrich the lives of others, through compassion and evidence based therapy.
Having worked with some of the most vulnerable communities in Sydney, Clinical Psychologist Jo Gravina has the ability to make anyone feel at ease. She understands that trust, empathy, and understanding are central to a therapeutic relationship, and views the opportunity to be witness to a patient’s story as a privilege. She prides herself on her warm and friendly demeanour, as well as her ability to remain non-judgmental to her patients, no matter what issues they face. Jo views her role as much more than a job. She sees it as an opportunity to enrich the lives of others, through compassion and evidence based therapy.
Support for Life’s Challenges
At Exclusive Wellbeing in Parramatta, therapy is about you—your life, your story, and the changes you want to see. No concern is ever too small to bring into the room. You are welcome to come exactly as you are, and together we’ll explore what matters most to you. Our psychologists and psychotherapists offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. We’ll help you make sense of your experiences, uncover personal insights, and find practical ways forward—whether that means easing the weight of trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or coping with stress from work, study, family
Support for Life’s Challenges
At Exclusive Wellbeing in Parramatta, therapy is about you—your life, your story, and the changes you want to see. No concern is ever too small to bring into the room. You are welcome to come exactly as you are, and together we’ll explore what matters most to you. Our psychologists and psychotherapists offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. We’ll help you make sense of your experiences, uncover personal insights, and find practical ways forward—whether that means easing the weight of trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or coping with stress from work, study, family
I am a licensed counsellor with over 10 years of experience. I understand the challenges faced by the Arabic community regarding mental health and aims to provide a safe space, tailored support, and sensitive guidance to individuals seeking help.
I am a licensed counsellor with over 10 years of experience. I understand the challenges faced by the Arabic community regarding mental health and aims to provide a safe space, tailored support, and sensitive guidance to individuals seeking help.
I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can speak openly about what’s weighing on you — the painful emotions, experiences, and challenges that life can throw our way. One of the most meaningful parts of my work is seeing clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported.
A strong therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change, so my style is friendly, relaxed, and down-to-earth. At the same time, my approach is pragmatic and purposeful — therapy isn’t just about talking, but about making sense of your experiences and finding practical ways to move forward in everyday life.
I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can speak openly about what’s weighing on you — the painful emotions, experiences, and challenges that life can throw our way. One of the most meaningful parts of my work is seeing clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported.
A strong therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change, so my style is friendly, relaxed, and down-to-earth. At the same time, my approach is pragmatic and purposeful — therapy isn’t just about talking, but about making sense of your experiences and finding practical ways to move forward in everyday life.
More Therapists Nearby
Katherine Howard has training and experience in CBT, Relationship & Family Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, EMDR and Psychodrama.
Her areas of expertise include:
Depression and Anxiety;
Recovery from physical and psychological injury and trauma;
Women’s Health: Menarche, menstruation and women’s cycles, pregnancy and birth, pre and post natal, mothering and menopause;
Coping with miscarriage and abortion;
Grief;
Relationships and Intimacy;
Conflict Management;
Parenting;
Interpersonal relationship repair at home and in the workplace;
Stress Management;
Life Coaching;
Pain management;
Addictions.
Katherine Howard has training and experience in CBT, Relationship & Family Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, EMDR and Psychodrama.
Her areas of expertise include:
Depression and Anxiety;
Recovery from physical and psychological injury and trauma;
Women’s Health: Menarche, menstruation and women’s cycles, pregnancy and birth, pre and post natal, mothering and menopause;
Coping with miscarriage and abortion;
Grief;
Relationships and Intimacy;
Conflict Management;
Parenting;
Interpersonal relationship repair at home and in the workplace;
Stress Management;
Life Coaching;
Pain management;
Addictions.
I work with people seeking therapy to heal from past trauma, family of origin issues, problems with coping in current life and people seeking to grow and reach their potential. I also work with couples who are experiencing problems in their relationship or wanting to improve their relationship for an upcoming stage of life (childbirth, moving in together, marriage, etc) I help people in different stages of adult life to explore the roots of their problems and uncover unconscious patterns to help provide insight, better knowledge of oneself which helps to create a path forward for a life that is meaningful and fulfilling for them.
I work with people seeking therapy to heal from past trauma, family of origin issues, problems with coping in current life and people seeking to grow and reach their potential. I also work with couples who are experiencing problems in their relationship or wanting to improve their relationship for an upcoming stage of life (childbirth, moving in together, marriage, etc) I help people in different stages of adult life to explore the roots of their problems and uncover unconscious patterns to help provide insight, better knowledge of oneself which helps to create a path forward for a life that is meaningful and fulfilling for them.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor and Trauma Therapist. I recognise that healing from trauma requires a holistic and individualised approach to support both body and mind. Through a range of therapeutic modalities, individuals are supported in their journey towards recovery in a safe and supported therapeutic environment. Medicare rebates available via GP referral.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor and Trauma Therapist. I recognise that healing from trauma requires a holistic and individualised approach to support both body and mind. Through a range of therapeutic modalities, individuals are supported in their journey towards recovery in a safe and supported therapeutic environment. Medicare rebates available via GP referral.
I have a passion for helping people navigate the stresses of their work and personal life, to create balance and harmony. I can assist people experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief and loss, as well as difficult life circumstances that you may be struggling to cope with.
I have a passion for helping people navigate the stresses of their work and personal life, to create balance and harmony. I can assist people experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief and loss, as well as difficult life circumstances that you may be struggling to cope with.
I support parents, retirees and families navigating the emotional toll of caregiving, parenting, and life transitions. While I specialise in women’s mental health, I also work with fathers, couples, and whole families to strengthen relationships, set boundaries, and build resilience. Using a systemic approach, I help families communicate better, reduce conflict, and function more cooperatively. I also support young people to develop emotional regulation skills for long-term wellbeing and healthy relationships.
I support parents, retirees and families navigating the emotional toll of caregiving, parenting, and life transitions. While I specialise in women’s mental health, I also work with fathers, couples, and whole families to strengthen relationships, set boundaries, and build resilience. Using a systemic approach, I help families communicate better, reduce conflict, and function more cooperatively. I also support young people to develop emotional regulation skills for long-term wellbeing and healthy relationships.
Hello! I'm a Senior Clinical Psychologist with expertise in the psychological, emotional and physical transitions associated with peri/menopause. Some women develop issues with depression, anxiety, sleep, brain fog and a shifting sense of their identity. I work with clients to make sense of these shifts and develop practical strategies to move forward with greater clarity . My second area of expertise is with children, adolescents and families, experiencing anxiety, low mood, friendship and family relationship difficulties, neurodivergence and difficulties with transitions and changes. I work with young people and with parents
Hello! I'm a Senior Clinical Psychologist with expertise in the psychological, emotional and physical transitions associated with peri/menopause. Some women develop issues with depression, anxiety, sleep, brain fog and a shifting sense of their identity. I work with clients to make sense of these shifts and develop practical strategies to move forward with greater clarity . My second area of expertise is with children, adolescents and families, experiencing anxiety, low mood, friendship and family relationship difficulties, neurodivergence and difficulties with transitions and changes. I work with young people and with parents
I support Women who are Childless not by Choice, or by Childless by Circumstance. If you've been searching for a counsellor who has professional counselling skills AND understands what it's like to be a woman without children, you're in the right place! Whether you're having trouble with decisions, experiencing grief and loss, social exclusion, anger, frustration, exhaustion, feeling stuck or lacking purpose or meaning, I'm here to provide safe, caring and professional counselling. I understand what it's like, so you can share the hurt and I can support you to heal, gain strategies to cope and learn to thrive.
I support Women who are Childless not by Choice, or by Childless by Circumstance. If you've been searching for a counsellor who has professional counselling skills AND understands what it's like to be a woman without children, you're in the right place! Whether you're having trouble with decisions, experiencing grief and loss, social exclusion, anger, frustration, exhaustion, feeling stuck or lacking purpose or meaning, I'm here to provide safe, caring and professional counselling. I understand what it's like, so you can share the hurt and I can support you to heal, gain strategies to cope and learn to thrive.
I provide specialist online counselling for women across Australia experiencing anxiety, grief, parenting stress, trauma, and the effects of domestic and family violence. My practice is structured and professionally grounded, focusing on stabilisation, emotional regulation, and lasting psychological change—not quick fixes or surface-level advice.
I also support women facing parenting stress, where burnout or overwhelm is affecting confidence, patience, and connection with their children.
I provide specialist online counselling for women across Australia experiencing anxiety, grief, parenting stress, trauma, and the effects of domestic and family violence. My practice is structured and professionally grounded, focusing on stabilisation, emotional regulation, and lasting psychological change—not quick fixes or surface-level advice.
I also support women facing parenting stress, where burnout or overwhelm is affecting confidence, patience, and connection with their children.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we need a compassionate professional to help guide us toward the path we want to be on. As a Clinical Psychologist, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can heal, discover your strengths, and reconnect with both yourself and others.
Through therapy, I offer tailored support to help you manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, and anger. Whether you're coping with personal loss, trauma, or significant life transitions, I will work with you to find strategies that bring you the peace and direction you need to move forward with confidence.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we need a compassionate professional to help guide us toward the path we want to be on. As a Clinical Psychologist, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can heal, discover your strengths, and reconnect with both yourself and others.
Through therapy, I offer tailored support to help you manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, and anger. Whether you're coping with personal loss, trauma, or significant life transitions, I will work with you to find strategies that bring you the peace and direction you need to move forward with confidence.
An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with over 20yrs of experience as a therapist, currently working in private practice. Workcover registered, offering Medicare rebates and in the EAP space, for employees and their families. Previous experience includes working for government, with victims of domestic violence and with families on child protection orders. I also have experience working in the community, with refugees, homelessness, youth, families and couples. My practice actively includes working with LGBTQIA+ communities. This has included but is not limited to: bullying/ discrimination, relationship and identity issues.
An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with over 20yrs of experience as a therapist, currently working in private practice. Workcover registered, offering Medicare rebates and in the EAP space, for employees and their families. Previous experience includes working for government, with victims of domestic violence and with families on child protection orders. I also have experience working in the community, with refugees, homelessness, youth, families and couples. My practice actively includes working with LGBTQIA+ communities. This has included but is not limited to: bullying/ discrimination, relationship and identity issues.
I am an authentic and bubbly French-Australian human who made the decision to become a counsellor after my own lived experiences of mental and physical health struggles. Born in rural France, where none ever talked about mental health, I began my adult life as a high-achieving corporate professional who believed the only approach to life’s problems was to “get on with it” and just find a way to keep going. Until I realised this didn’t actually work effectively or wholeheartedly and discovered that mental health is a real, normal, valid part of being a human. I now walk the talk and value my physical, mental, emotional health.
I am an authentic and bubbly French-Australian human who made the decision to become a counsellor after my own lived experiences of mental and physical health struggles. Born in rural France, where none ever talked about mental health, I began my adult life as a high-achieving corporate professional who believed the only approach to life’s problems was to “get on with it” and just find a way to keep going. Until I realised this didn’t actually work effectively or wholeheartedly and discovered that mental health is a real, normal, valid part of being a human. I now walk the talk and value my physical, mental, emotional health.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others.
I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others.
I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
Nearby Women's Issues Therapists Searches for Merrylands
- Auburn
- Baulkham Hills
- Bella Vista
- Blacktown
- Fairfield
- Granville
- Harris Park
- Northmead
- Parramatta
- Toongabbie
- Wentworthville
- Westmead
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.