Bipolar Disorder Psychologists and Therapists in Miranda, NSW

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Robyn Thomas
Verified Verified
Miranda, NSW 2228
She specialises in assessment and therapy for anxiety and panic, ADHD, Autism (ASD), depression, chronic stress, burnout, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, adapting to change, rebuilding self after a breakup, insomnia, chronic pain, migraines, and chronic fatigue.
Robyn is proficient in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), sensory modulation, and integrates social prescription, mindfulness, and technology such as bio/neurofeedback or VR to make therapy interesting and fun.
She specialises in assessment and therapy for anxiety and panic, ADHD, Autism (ASD), depression, chronic stress, burnout, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, adapting to change, rebuilding self after a breakup, insomnia, chronic pain, migraines, and chronic fatigue.
Robyn is proficient in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), sensory modulation, and integrates social prescription, mindfulness, and technology such as bio/neurofeedback or VR to make therapy interesting and fun.
(02) 9538 7564 View (02) 9538 7564
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Fiona Simson - Umbra Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Miranda, NSW 2228
Are you seeking some support with your mental health, resilience and emotional balance? Are you experiencing some current or past challenges? Life can be full of ups and downs, and I'm here to support you through some of the challenging times. I have a special interest in perinatal psychology, supporting parents from pre-conception through to parenthood. Whilst parenthood can be joyous, the overwhelm of parenthood, adjustment to change and change in relationship dynamics can be tough. Do you have a workers compensation claim, or some workplace concerns? Need some career coaching to support a change in direction?
Are you seeking some support with your mental health, resilience and emotional balance? Are you experiencing some current or past challenges? Life can be full of ups and downs, and I'm here to support you through some of the challenging times. I have a special interest in perinatal psychology, supporting parents from pre-conception through to parenthood. Whilst parenthood can be joyous, the overwhelm of parenthood, adjustment to change and change in relationship dynamics can be tough. Do you have a workers compensation claim, or some workplace concerns? Need some career coaching to support a change in direction?
(02) 7501 0531 View (02) 7501 0531
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Joseph Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Individuals and couples seeking deeper self-understanding, emotional healing, and healthier relationships. Many come with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, or ongoing relational challenges, often feeling stuck or overwhelmed. They are motivated for meaningful change but need the right support. We help through evidence-based therapy and empathic listening, creating a safe space to build insight, regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and move forward with clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Individuals and couples seeking deeper self-understanding, emotional healing, and healthier relationships. Many come with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, life transitions, or ongoing relational challenges, often feeling stuck or overwhelmed. They are motivated for meaningful change but need the right support. We help through evidence-based therapy and empathic listening, creating a safe space to build insight, regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and move forward with clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
(02) 8105 5030 View (02) 8105 5030
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Anthony Colantuono
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Anthony is a warm and person centred counsellor who offers evidence-based therapy grounded in empathy and respect. He draws on a range of well-researched, Medicare-approved approaches including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) to support meaningful and lasting change.
Anthony is a warm and person centred counsellor who offers evidence-based therapy grounded in empathy and respect. He draws on a range of well-researched, Medicare-approved approaches including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) to support meaningful and lasting change.
(02) 9538 7967 View (02) 9538 7967
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Vanessa Allen
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. ​ Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. ​ Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
(02) 8074 5994 View (02) 8074 5994
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Timothy Joss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or carrying the weight of past experiences that are difficult to make sense of. This could show up as anxiety, low mood, emotional reactivity, or a sense that something isn't quite right. Perhaps you've been coping for a long time but want more than just getting by. Many people I work with are seeking clarity, relief, and a greater sense of peace. They want to move forward without the past continuing to shape how they feel or function.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or carrying the weight of past experiences that are difficult to make sense of. This could show up as anxiety, low mood, emotional reactivity, or a sense that something isn't quite right. Perhaps you've been coping for a long time but want more than just getting by. Many people I work with are seeking clarity, relief, and a greater sense of peace. They want to move forward without the past continuing to shape how they feel or function.
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Alyssia Simos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Alyssia is a genuine, warm and relatable therapist who utilises a collaborative approach to therapy. She introduces evidence-based skills in a thoughtful and tailored manner, as you work together to overcome your specific challenges. Alyssia has experience across both public and private sectors and works with a range of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, self-harm post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, difficulties with emotion regulation, personality disorders, addiction, and chronic pain.
Alyssia is a genuine, warm and relatable therapist who utilises a collaborative approach to therapy. She introduces evidence-based skills in a thoughtful and tailored manner, as you work together to overcome your specific challenges. Alyssia has experience across both public and private sectors and works with a range of psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, self-harm post-traumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, difficulties with emotion regulation, personality disorders, addiction, and chronic pain.
(02) 8105 5715 View (02) 8105 5715
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Rachel Pollard
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Rachel. I’m a Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of Still Mind Studio Psychology. With a deep commitment to evidence-based practice and genuine human connection, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. My approach blends warmth and professionalism with practical strategies tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their experiences, build resilience, and ultimately foster lasting positive change.
Hi, I’m Rachel. I’m a Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of Still Mind Studio Psychology. With a deep commitment to evidence-based practice and genuine human connection, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. My approach blends warmth and professionalism with practical strategies tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their experiences, build resilience, and ultimately foster lasting positive change.
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Sagar Aadarsh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Heya, I’m Sagar! I understand how nerve-wracking it can be to walk into a psychologist’s office. That’s why I aim to be warm, empathetic and approachable, to build a genuine relationship as the foundation of our therapeutic process. I work across the lifespan, and I love helping clients navigate those big life changes— adolescence into adulthood; career into retirement; or any of those big, overwhelming events that seem to just come with life. My approach is to give clients insight into their thoughts & emotions, warmth and space to help process and heal, then collaboratively create tools and strategies to lay problems to rest.
Heya, I’m Sagar! I understand how nerve-wracking it can be to walk into a psychologist’s office. That’s why I aim to be warm, empathetic and approachable, to build a genuine relationship as the foundation of our therapeutic process. I work across the lifespan, and I love helping clients navigate those big life changes— adolescence into adulthood; career into retirement; or any of those big, overwhelming events that seem to just come with life. My approach is to give clients insight into their thoughts & emotions, warmth and space to help process and heal, then collaboratively create tools and strategies to lay problems to rest.
(08) 7008 7438 View (08) 7008 7438

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Bernadette Eze
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am an Australian Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult transitions. My work is grounded in psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy, focusing on how early relationships and past experiences shape current emotions, relationships, and coping patterns. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we explore the deeper roots of distress, moving beyond symptom management to create meaningful and lasting change. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and the emotional com
I am an Australian Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult transitions. My work is grounded in psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy, focusing on how early relationships and past experiences shape current emotions, relationships, and coping patterns. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we explore the deeper roots of distress, moving beyond symptom management to create meaningful and lasting change. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and the emotional com
(08) 7184 5166 View (08) 7184 5166
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Dr Nathan Fleisch
Psychiatrist, Specialist Psychiatrist
Newtown, NSW 2042
He provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment services, primarily for depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, psychotic disorders, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD).
Pharmacotherapy and Supportive Psychotherapy
He provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment services, primarily for depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, psychotic disorders, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD).
Pharmacotherapy and Supportive Psychotherapy
(02) 8964 8090 View (02) 8964 8090
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Janet Cartwright
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Wollongong, NSW 2500
If you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder I can assist you in helping improve mood stability and develop good lifestyle habits to help manage your mood.
I have been working with adult clients for 19 years and offer warmth, curiosity, empathy and patience. I aim to provide a safe space for you to talk about anything that is important to you and explore your thoughts, feelings and needs. I also provide strategies to assist you to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. I provide WPATH reports.
If you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder I can assist you in helping improve mood stability and develop good lifestyle habits to help manage your mood.
I have been working with adult clients for 19 years and offer warmth, curiosity, empathy and patience. I aim to provide a safe space for you to talk about anything that is important to you and explore your thoughts, feelings and needs. I also provide strategies to assist you to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. I provide WPATH reports.
(02) 4214 4143 View (02) 4214 4143
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My practices are in Bondi Junction, Malabar & Yajilarra Healing Retreat in Rainbow Flat. A range of therapy models are used depending on my client's needs. From intensive 5 day EMDR Trauma Healing Retreats, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, or regular Counselling & Psychotherapy models. I provide flexibility for client's who want short term help around a particular issue or those who prefer a longer term psychotherapy focus. I strive to support clients in living the best life they have imagined. ​Helping them to heal, recognise their strengths, connect to their authentic selves & empowering them to truely listen & trust themselves.
My practices are in Bondi Junction, Malabar & Yajilarra Healing Retreat in Rainbow Flat. A range of therapy models are used depending on my client's needs. From intensive 5 day EMDR Trauma Healing Retreats, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, or regular Counselling & Psychotherapy models. I provide flexibility for client's who want short term help around a particular issue or those who prefer a longer term psychotherapy focus. I strive to support clients in living the best life they have imagined. ​Helping them to heal, recognise their strengths, connect to their authentic selves & empowering them to truely listen & trust themselves.
(02) 9100 0892 View (02) 9100 0892
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Thomas Hiddleston
Credentialed Mental Health Nurse, MSc
Sydney, NSW 2000
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not improving despite support, you're not alone. Tom provides a point of difference to regular therapy, valuing a practical, strengths based, and assertive approach to mental health care for young people and families. An endorsed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and having completed a Master of Youth Mental Health, he has worked with child, youth, adult, and family services across Sydney, combining evidence-based therapies, with pharmacological & behavioural interventions. Tom specialises in supporting adolescent males presenting with moderate to severe mental health difficulties.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not improving despite support, you're not alone. Tom provides a point of difference to regular therapy, valuing a practical, strengths based, and assertive approach to mental health care for young people and families. An endorsed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and having completed a Master of Youth Mental Health, he has worked with child, youth, adult, and family services across Sydney, combining evidence-based therapies, with pharmacological & behavioural interventions. Tom specialises in supporting adolescent males presenting with moderate to severe mental health difficulties.
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Kathy Bekavac
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Dr Kathy! As an endorsed clinical psych and ed/dev psych, I enjoy working with clients to create a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering. I believe that every journey towards mental health and wellbeing is unique and deserves a personalised approach. We offer: 1 - Therapy for adults to work through life’s challenges using evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR). 2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.) 3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
Hello, I'm Dr Kathy! As an endorsed clinical psych and ed/dev psych, I enjoy working with clients to create a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering. I believe that every journey towards mental health and wellbeing is unique and deserves a personalised approach. We offer: 1 - Therapy for adults to work through life’s challenges using evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR). 2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.) 3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
(07) 2100 4267 View (07) 2100 4267
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Therapy at SAL Consulting
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Pennant Hills, NSW 2120
At SAL Consulting, we support people of all ages who are facing complex challenges and mental health concerns. Many of the individuals we work with are living with the ongoing impacts of trauma or early life experiences. Others may be navigating life with a diagnosis, intellectual disability, or neurodivergence. Our team of experienced therapists meet you where you’re at — with care, respect, and understanding. With offices based in New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, we’re proud to support communities right across Australia.
At SAL Consulting, we support people of all ages who are facing complex challenges and mental health concerns. Many of the individuals we work with are living with the ongoing impacts of trauma or early life experiences. Others may be navigating life with a diagnosis, intellectual disability, or neurodivergence. Our team of experienced therapists meet you where you’re at — with care, respect, and understanding. With offices based in New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, we’re proud to support communities right across Australia.
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Emily Constantine
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
She is a Board-approved supervisor and has extensive experience providing clinic Emily draws on therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for bipolar disorders, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring treatment to individual needs.
Emily is skilled in treating presentations such as depression, anxiety (panic, social anxiety, OCD, GAD), trauma and complex trauma, stress-related conditions, grief, self-esteem issues, and caregiving stress. She has expertise treating clients with more complex difficulties including bipolar disorder and psychosis.
She is a Board-approved supervisor and has extensive experience providing clinic Emily draws on therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for bipolar disorders, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring treatment to individual needs.
Emily is skilled in treating presentations such as depression, anxiety (panic, social anxiety, OCD, GAD), trauma and complex trauma, stress-related conditions, grief, self-esteem issues, and caregiving stress. She has expertise treating clients with more complex difficulties including bipolar disorder and psychosis.
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Whychange Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Drummoyne, NSW 2047
Founded in 2006 with a small but growing team of talented psychologists, we specialise in both short-term and long-term work on a wide range of problems. Our psychologists specialise in adult and adolescent individual and family sessions, to address mental illness, adjustment difficulties, interpersonal conflict, workplace stress, as well as complex challenges such as trauma, chronic illness, and relationship breakdown. Set in a quiet location with easy parking and access to public transport nearby.
Founded in 2006 with a small but growing team of talented psychologists, we specialise in both short-term and long-term work on a wide range of problems. Our psychologists specialise in adult and adolescent individual and family sessions, to address mental illness, adjustment difficulties, interpersonal conflict, workplace stress, as well as complex challenges such as trauma, chronic illness, and relationship breakdown. Set in a quiet location with easy parking and access to public transport nearby.
(02) 9538 7026 View (02) 9538 7026
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Michelle Lippey
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Gladesville, NSW 2111
I love to work with any clients are prepared to engage in the therapeutic process. I like clients who are self-motivated to seek therapy because they have a clear idea for what's not working in their lives but who need some help with insight or self-reflection. All the Psychologists in my practice are trained in evidence-based therapies to help clients move forward and over life's hurdles.
I love to work with any clients are prepared to engage in the therapeutic process. I like clients who are self-motivated to seek therapy because they have a clear idea for what's not working in their lives but who need some help with insight or self-reflection. All the Psychologists in my practice are trained in evidence-based therapies to help clients move forward and over life's hurdles.
(02) 8261 0772 View (02) 8261 0772
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Anita Calic
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.