Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Miranda, NSW

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The Mind Health Clinic
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Online Only
The Mind Health Clinic is dedicated to providing wellbeing support to individuals experiencing challenging moments in their lives. We tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each individual in order to encourage positive developments and perspective growth in our clients. We work collaboratively and ethically with our clients to achieve therapeutic goals and transform insights into effective action. Our clinicians are Miss Angela Yazbeck and Miss Adriana Cvitan. Both hold a Masters in Psychotherapy and Counselling and are registered psychotherapist and counsellors with PACFA.
The Mind Health Clinic is dedicated to providing wellbeing support to individuals experiencing challenging moments in their lives. We tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each individual in order to encourage positive developments and perspective growth in our clients. We work collaboratively and ethically with our clients to achieve therapeutic goals and transform insights into effective action. Our clinicians are Miss Angela Yazbeck and Miss Adriana Cvitan. Both hold a Masters in Psychotherapy and Counselling and are registered psychotherapist and counsellors with PACFA.
(02) 9538 7702 View (02) 9538 7702
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Robyn Thomas
Verified Verified
Miranda, NSW 2228
Robyn is a highly experienced and compassionate Mental Health Clinician, endorsed by Medicare to provide focused psychological strategies. 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 employs a neuroaffirmative and trauma-informed approach, ensuring that each client's unique needs are respected and addressed. She creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel seen and heard.
Robyn is a highly experienced and compassionate Mental Health Clinician, endorsed by Medicare to provide focused psychological strategies. 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 employs a neuroaffirmative and trauma-informed approach, ensuring that each client's unique needs are respected and addressed. She creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel seen and heard.
(02) 9538 7564 View (02) 9538 7564
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Carlie Jordan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Miranda, NSW 2228
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 17 years experience, supporting adults and adolescents (15 yrs +) experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, and life transitions. I provide a warm and non-judgemental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and work towards meaningful change. My approach to therapy is collaborative and practical. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I aim to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported at their own pace.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 17 years experience, supporting adults and adolescents (15 yrs +) experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, and life transitions. I provide a warm and non-judgemental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and work towards meaningful change. My approach to therapy is collaborative and practical. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I aim to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported at their own pace.
(02) 9538 7561 View (02) 9538 7561
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Sonya Thompson
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or the daily pressures of life in Illawong or the Sutherland Shire? Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, parenting struggles, ADHD, trauma, or grief, you deserve support that's warm, practical, and genuinely helpful. I work with individuals, couples, and families across Menai, Miranda, Cronulla, and Hurstville, as well as online across Australia. Reach out today.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or the daily pressures of life in Illawong or the Sutherland Shire? Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, parenting struggles, ADHD, trauma, or grief, you deserve support that's warm, practical, and genuinely helpful. I work with individuals, couples, and families across Menai, Miranda, Cronulla, and Hurstville, as well as online across Australia. Reach out today.
(02) 7501 1289 View (02) 7501 1289
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Dr Gaye Cameron
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Dr Gaye Cameron - Sydney NSW. Professionally Registered Psychotherapist & Accredited Social Worker, offering professional services to busy people. Gaye's career spans over 30+ years, including Government & Private Enterprise, she possesses both Graduate & Post Graduate Degrees including Psychological Science, Counselling & Social Work, as well as Master Business Administration. Gaye understands that people may be experiencing difficulties in life for varying reasons, and taking the time to talk to a professional can help you resolve and put at ease your concerns.  Reach out today, the phone call is the start to getting support now.
Dr Gaye Cameron - Sydney NSW. Professionally Registered Psychotherapist & Accredited Social Worker, offering professional services to busy people. Gaye's career spans over 30+ years, including Government & Private Enterprise, she possesses both Graduate & Post Graduate Degrees including Psychological Science, Counselling & Social Work, as well as Master Business Administration. Gaye understands that people may be experiencing difficulties in life for varying reasons, and taking the time to talk to a professional can help you resolve and put at ease your concerns.  Reach out today, the phone call is the start to getting support now.
(02) 8074 1636 View (02) 8074 1636
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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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Michelle Broekhuyse
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
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.
(02) 7501 1203 View (02) 7501 1203
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Lauren Piper
Psychologist, PsyBA General
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I see children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD or autistic profiles who feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or worn down by systems that weren’t designed for them. They may be navigating anxiety, burnout, emotional regulation challenges, trauma, identity questions, or life transitions. Their goal is to better understand themselves, feel accepted rather than “fixed,” and build confidence using strengths-based, practical strategies that genuinely fit them. I am also an EMDR therapist and support clients in processing trauma in a safe, compassionate way. I too am a mum of two and proudly neurodivergent myself.
I see children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD or autistic profiles who feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or worn down by systems that weren’t designed for them. They may be navigating anxiety, burnout, emotional regulation challenges, trauma, identity questions, or life transitions. Their goal is to better understand themselves, feel accepted rather than “fixed,” and build confidence using strengths-based, practical strategies that genuinely fit them. I am also an EMDR therapist and support clients in processing trauma in a safe, compassionate way. I too am a mum of two and proudly neurodivergent myself.
(02) 7501 0314 View (02) 7501 0314
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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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Helen Tang
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can be challenging, and everyone deserves a space to feel heard, understood, and empowered. Helen Tang, the therapist in iCARE Counselling & Coaching, offers a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your emotions and experiences. Through compassionate support, guidance and evidence-based practices, we aim to enhance your overall well-being and empower you to rediscover hope and resilience.
Life can be challenging, and everyone deserves a space to feel heard, understood, and empowered. Helen Tang, the therapist in iCARE Counselling & Coaching, offers a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your emotions and experiences. Through compassionate support, guidance and evidence-based practices, we aim to enhance your overall well-being and empower you to rediscover hope and resilience.
(02) 8105 6182 View (02) 8105 6182
W W Wellness
Psychotherapist, MA
Online Only
I work with individuals, couples, and professionals who want to better understand the patterns affecting their communication, confidence, relationships, performance, and emotional wellbeing. Many clients come to me feeling stuck in repeating cycles — difficulty speaking up, conflict that keeps returning, self-doubt, stress, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, avoidance, or a sense that they are not showing up as fully as they would like in life, work, or relationships. My work supports clients to make sense of these patterns, understand what may be driving them, and develop clearer, more grounded ways of responding.
I work with individuals, couples, and professionals who want to better understand the patterns affecting their communication, confidence, relationships, performance, and emotional wellbeing. Many clients come to me feeling stuck in repeating cycles — difficulty speaking up, conflict that keeps returning, self-doubt, stress, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, avoidance, or a sense that they are not showing up as fully as they would like in life, work, or relationships. My work supports clients to make sense of these patterns, understand what may be driving them, and develop clearer, more grounded ways of responding.
(02) 9538 7681 View (02) 9538 7681
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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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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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Bernadette Beedle
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Trauma Psychotherapist & Relationship Counsellor -Helping you heal trauma, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with yourself- Therapy with me is a calm, grounded space where you don’t have to hold everything together on your own. I walk alongside you—steadily, safely, and without judgement—so you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels right. You guide the process. You choose what matters. Your sessions are truly yours. Clients often describe me as warm, real, and deeply attuned. My focus is on helping you feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more empowered in your relationships and daily life.
Trauma Psychotherapist & Relationship Counsellor -Helping you heal trauma, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with yourself- Therapy with me is a calm, grounded space where you don’t have to hold everything together on your own. I walk alongside you—steadily, safely, and without judgement—so you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels right. You guide the process. You choose what matters. Your sessions are truly yours. Clients often describe me as warm, real, and deeply attuned. My focus is on helping you feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more empowered in your relationships and daily life.
(02) 8105 6180 View (02) 8105 6180
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Lighthouse Therapeutic
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Are you finding it hard to cope with day-to-day stressors? Are you struggling with food and body image, such as restricting, bingeing, purging, or yo-yo dieting? Do intrusive thoughts, images, or compulsions feel like they are taking over your life? Perhaps your use of drugs or alcohol has increased or feels out of control, or your anxiety is holding you back. Maybe you are wanting to foster stronger relationships and find more effective ways to deal with conflict, regulate emotions, or assert boundaries.
Are you finding it hard to cope with day-to-day stressors? Are you struggling with food and body image, such as restricting, bingeing, purging, or yo-yo dieting? Do intrusive thoughts, images, or compulsions feel like they are taking over your life? Perhaps your use of drugs or alcohol has increased or feels out of control, or your anxiety is holding you back. Maybe you are wanting to foster stronger relationships and find more effective ways to deal with conflict, regulate emotions, or assert boundaries.
0460 832 082 View 0460 832 082
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Kristen Bayliss
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Trauma & Attachment Psychologist, Couples Therapist. Whether single or in a relationship you struggle with uncertainty, fear, a rollercoaster of emotions or a sense of doom. You doubt whether you are ever going to feel settled, confident or secure in relationships. Time and time again, after a honeymoon period, the same pattern shows up, either cold distance or heated fighting. You don't know how to get through so you overthink or get overwhelmed & attack or freeze wondering when it will end. Maybe an sense of relief when it does. Then loneliness sets in and the search starts again.
Trauma & Attachment Psychologist, Couples Therapist. Whether single or in a relationship you struggle with uncertainty, fear, a rollercoaster of emotions or a sense of doom. You doubt whether you are ever going to feel settled, confident or secure in relationships. Time and time again, after a honeymoon period, the same pattern shows up, either cold distance or heated fighting. You don't know how to get through so you overthink or get overwhelmed & attack or freeze wondering when it will end. Maybe an sense of relief when it does. Then loneliness sets in and the search starts again.
(02) 7501 0936 View (02) 7501 0936
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Beyond NLP Coaching
Verified Verified
Serves Area
As a strategic psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I welcome those seeking to overcome stagnation and renew their personal journeys. Many want to break free from habits and find purpose. You're looking for guidance to see anew and navigate life's challenges. Your aim is growth across all aspects of life, a ripple effect leading to fulfillment. This means tackling concerns like anxiety, addictions, overthinking, and stress. Your drive is rooted in believing in second chances.
As a strategic psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I welcome those seeking to overcome stagnation and renew their personal journeys. Many want to break free from habits and find purpose. You're looking for guidance to see anew and navigate life's challenges. Your aim is growth across all aspects of life, a ripple effect leading to fulfillment. This means tackling concerns like anxiety, addictions, overthinking, and stress. Your drive is rooted in believing in second chances.
(02) 4606 4994 View (02) 4606 4994
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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.
(02) 7501 0537 View (02) 7501 0537
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Chelsea Ho
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Chelsea is a warm and empathic psychologist. As therapy can be a vulnerable but rewarding experience, Chelsea brings compassion, curiosity, and humour where appropriate to create a safe space to explore your experiences. Chelsea is trained in providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, eating disorders, and trauma. She has particular interest and training in working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
Chelsea is a warm and empathic psychologist. As therapy can be a vulnerable but rewarding experience, Chelsea brings compassion, curiosity, and humour where appropriate to create a safe space to explore your experiences. Chelsea is trained in providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, psychosis, eating disorders, and trauma. She has particular interest and training in working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
(02) 8105 5269 View (02) 8105 5269
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Biljana (Billi) Rufati
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a PACFA‑registered counsellor who supports adults, adolescents, couples, and families through a compassionate, trauma‑informed, and relational approach. My work is grounded in the belief that healing happens in safe, attuned connection — where your story is honoured, your voice is centred, and your nervous system is met with understanding rather than judgment. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, trauma, or a longing for deeper self‑understanding, I offer a space where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your own inner wisdom. Your journey, your voice, and your healing.
I am a PACFA‑registered counsellor who supports adults, adolescents, couples, and families through a compassionate, trauma‑informed, and relational approach. My work is grounded in the belief that healing happens in safe, attuned connection — where your story is honoured, your voice is centred, and your nervous system is met with understanding rather than judgment. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, trauma, or a longing for deeper self‑understanding, I offer a space where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your own inner wisdom. Your journey, your voice, and your healing.
(02) 9100 0595 View (02) 9100 0595
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.

How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.