Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Mortdale, NSW
I work with depression, shame, self-destructive behaviour, relationship patterns, and emotional numbness.
Going to therapy isn't for the faint of heart and it’s not an easy process. Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don't know where to start to make things better. However, what you get out of therapy is directly related to what you put into it. And I will match your dedication. The process of healing and recovery is also one of accepting, becoming and realising.
I work with depression, shame, self-destructive behaviour, relationship patterns, and emotional numbness.
Going to therapy isn't for the faint of heart and it’s not an easy process. Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don't know where to start to make things better. However, what you get out of therapy is directly related to what you put into it. And I will match your dedication. The process of healing and recovery is also one of accepting, becoming and realising.
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.
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.
In her clinical practise, Alyssia utilises a range of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Schema Therapy (ST) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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.
In her clinical practise, Alyssia utilises a range of evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Schema Therapy (ST) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Steven has had experience working within public and private settings to address a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
Notably, Steven has experience working in Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD), Palliative Care, and Medical Rehabilitation services within NSW Health to address complex comorbid psychosocial challenges, including addiction, death/dying, and adjustment to serious illness/injury.
He has a particular interest in working with individuals on sexuality and gender.
Steven has had experience working within public and private settings to address a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.
Notably, Steven has experience working in Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD), Palliative Care, and Medical Rehabilitation services within NSW Health to address complex comorbid psychosocial challenges, including addiction, death/dying, and adjustment to serious illness/injury.
He has a particular interest in working with individuals on sexuality and gender.
I create personalised therapeutic strategies in collaboration with my clients, drawing on my expertise in CBT, ACT, and EMDR to support diagnoses from Adjustment Disorder, anxiety, and depression, to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and grief and loss.
With a focus on evidence-based care, I partner with clients to develop achievable treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals, particularly for those dealing with traumatic psychological injuries. I have experience of the NSW Workers Comp system and work well in a multidisciplinary team setting.
I create personalised therapeutic strategies in collaboration with my clients, drawing on my expertise in CBT, ACT, and EMDR to support diagnoses from Adjustment Disorder, anxiety, and depression, to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and grief and loss.
With a focus on evidence-based care, I partner with clients to develop achievable treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals, particularly for those dealing with traumatic psychological injuries. I have experience of the NSW Workers Comp system and work well in a multidisciplinary team setting.
I support clients experiencing anxiety and depression, supporting clients to navigate stressful life circumstances while creating a thoughtful, non-judgmental space.
I am trained to support clients experiencing depression, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, adjustment challenges, and the emotional impact of cancer diagnosis and treatment. I draw from, CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness-based approaches.
I support clients experiencing anxiety and depression, supporting clients to navigate stressful life circumstances while creating a thoughtful, non-judgmental space.
I am trained to support clients experiencing depression, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, adjustment challenges, and the emotional impact of cancer diagnosis and treatment. I draw from, CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness-based approaches.
Dr Anastasia Hronis works primarily with clients with mood related concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, anger, stress), as well as clients who have trauma, PTSD, addiction concerns, personality disorders, OCD, relationship concerns and eating disorders.
Dr Anastasia Hronis (B Psych Hons, M Clin Psych, AMusA, LMusA, Ph.D) is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Anastasia provides individual and group therapy. Anastasia also holds the position of Honorary Associate at the University of Technology Sydney, where she provides lectures and research supervision to students in the Master of Clinical Psychology Program.
Dr Anastasia Hronis works primarily with clients with mood related concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, anger, stress), as well as clients who have trauma, PTSD, addiction concerns, personality disorders, OCD, relationship concerns and eating disorders.
Dr Anastasia Hronis (B Psych Hons, M Clin Psych, AMusA, LMusA, Ph.D) is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Anastasia provides individual and group therapy. Anastasia also holds the position of Honorary Associate at the University of Technology Sydney, where she provides lectures and research supervision to students in the Master of Clinical Psychology Program.
Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills.
I bring a wealth of life experience to clients that incorporate having worked with children, parents and teachers as a School Counsellor/Psychologist and in private practice across the life span. I have also experience working with kids and adults dealing with Gender Dysphoria, Aspergers, ADHD, ADD,ODD, challenging behaviours and intellectual disabilities.
Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills.
I bring a wealth of life experience to clients that incorporate having worked with children, parents and teachers as a School Counsellor/Psychologist and in private practice across the life span. I have also experience working with kids and adults dealing with Gender Dysphoria, Aspergers, ADHD, ADD,ODD, challenging behaviours and intellectual disabilities.
She has particular interests in anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, eating and body image concerns, Intellectual Disability, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Anita helps clients feel safe, and empowered while developing practical skills, processing difficult experiences, and working towards meaningful change.
She has particular interests in anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, eating and body image concerns, Intellectual Disability, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Anita helps clients feel safe, and empowered while developing practical skills, processing difficult experiences, and working towards meaningful change.
Hi! I’m Bianca, a Clinical Psychologist Registrar. I work with people who are seeking a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I enjoy supporting clients who want to understand patterns in their lives, navigate challenges more effectively, and foster personal growth. Together, we focus on building self-awareness, resilience, and practical tools to support your goals.
Hi! I’m Bianca, a Clinical Psychologist Registrar. I work with people who are seeking a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I enjoy supporting clients who want to understand patterns in their lives, navigate challenges more effectively, and foster personal growth. Together, we focus on building self-awareness, resilience, and practical tools to support your goals.
I've also supported many people through their depression, grief and anxiety (social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic, agoraphobia), especially those who are experiencing mental health issues for the first time.
I utilise evidence based therapies such as CBT, schema, ACT, and mindfulness. I have worked with a diverse range of people from various cultural backgrounds, across the adult lifespan, and with various physical and language abilities. I am of South East Asian background and those from similar backgrounds have found my approach comforting and understanding.
I've also supported many people through their depression, grief and anxiety (social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic, agoraphobia), especially those who are experiencing mental health issues for the first time.
I utilise evidence based therapies such as CBT, schema, ACT, and mindfulness. I have worked with a diverse range of people from various cultural backgrounds, across the adult lifespan, and with various physical and language abilities. I am of South East Asian background and those from similar backgrounds have found my approach comforting and understanding.
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Some of the the other concerns that I see clients for on a regular basis include Depression, Anxiety, Relationship concerns and Grief and Loss.
I am pretty laid back and I will work to help you to feel as comfortable and 'safe' as possible in our work together. I utilise a 'parts' or 'Internal Family Systems' approach to trauma therapy. Mindfulness, curiosity and self compassion become the cornerstone of developing self awareness and self acceptance of all our parts fostering growth and healing.
Some of the the other concerns that I see clients for on a regular basis include Depression, Anxiety, Relationship concerns and Grief and Loss.
I am pretty laid back and I will work to help you to feel as comfortable and 'safe' as possible in our work together. I utilise a 'parts' or 'Internal Family Systems' approach to trauma therapy. Mindfulness, curiosity and self compassion become the cornerstone of developing self awareness and self acceptance of all our parts fostering growth and healing.
Esther is a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing treatment to clients presenting with a range of issues including PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Esther has worked clinically in private practice and public health settings. She provides evidence-based interventions drawing from EMDR, Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Esther is a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing treatment to clients presenting with a range of issues including PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Esther has worked clinically in private practice and public health settings. She provides evidence-based interventions drawing from EMDR, Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
She has experience working across a range of psychological issues including mood disorders ( depression and bi-polar), anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders and related conditions).
Suki is skilled using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
She has experience working across a range of psychological issues including mood disorders ( depression and bi-polar), anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety and a range of childhood anxiety disorders and related conditions).
Suki is skilled using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
People may seek therapy when the impact of life’s demands, past experiences, or protective patterns starts to exceed capacity, and that strain shows up as disconnection—potentially from purpose, from the body, or from relationships. You may be carrying the effects of painful or overwhelming experiences that still shape how you feel and relate today. Reaching out is a significant step, and you don’t have to work out the next ones alone. I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy informed by years of clinical experience, extensive training, and my work as a facilitator and trainer with the Blue Knot Foundation.
People may seek therapy when the impact of life’s demands, past experiences, or protective patterns starts to exceed capacity, and that strain shows up as disconnection—potentially from purpose, from the body, or from relationships. You may be carrying the effects of painful or overwhelming experiences that still shape how you feel and relate today. Reaching out is a significant step, and you don’t have to work out the next ones alone. I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy informed by years of clinical experience, extensive training, and my work as a facilitator and trainer with the Blue Knot Foundation.
I have strong experience supporting complex trauma/PTSD, Autism, ADHD, eating disorders, OCD, depression, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, complex emotional needs and building functional skills.
Do you feel stuck in exhausting cycles of guilt, shame or self-doubt, even while appearing to function well on the outside? Difficult home environments, trauma, or neurodivergence may have shaped how you see yourself, leaving you silently battling intense thoughts and emotions. Perhaps you’ve been through painful experiences that others (or yourself) might not see as trauma yet they’ve had a deep impact. Trauma isn’t always one big event; it can come from ongoing experiences like emotional neglect, criticism, bullying, or growing up around conflict.
My passion is working with complex trauma often accompanied with neurodivergence.
I have strong experience supporting complex trauma/PTSD, Autism, ADHD, eating disorders, OCD, depression, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, complex emotional needs and building functional skills.
Do you feel stuck in exhausting cycles of guilt, shame or self-doubt, even while appearing to function well on the outside? Difficult home environments, trauma, or neurodivergence may have shaped how you see yourself, leaving you silently battling intense thoughts and emotions. Perhaps you’ve been through painful experiences that others (or yourself) might not see as trauma yet they’ve had a deep impact. Trauma isn’t always one big event; it can come from ongoing experiences like emotional neglect, criticism, bullying, or growing up around conflict.
My passion is working with complex trauma often accompanied with neurodivergence.
This can manifest as anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, low self-esteem, etc.
I value providing an environment catered towards a client's needs as they embark on this journey. My therapeutic approach involves collaboratively working with clients whilst utilising a combination of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
This can manifest as anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, low self-esteem, etc.
I value providing an environment catered towards a client's needs as they embark on this journey. My therapeutic approach involves collaboratively working with clients whilst utilising a combination of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
As a mental health clinician, I specialise in working with individuals aged 12 and over, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges (social, family, partners), stress, and sleep disturbances.
Using a tailored blend of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, and IFS, I adapt each session to meet your unique needs. Whether you're navigating life transitions, emotional struggles, or past wounds, we’ll work together to foster resilience, growth, and meaningful change.
As a mental health clinician, I specialise in working with individuals aged 12 and over, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges (social, family, partners), stress, and sleep disturbances.
Using a tailored blend of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, and IFS, I adapt each session to meet your unique needs. Whether you're navigating life transitions, emotional struggles, or past wounds, we’ll work together to foster resilience, growth, and meaningful change.
My number one priority is establishing a trusting rapport so we can start exploring difficulties you are facing in your life whether it be relationship problems, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, trauma that is still much alive or other concerns.
I am convinced that you were born to thrive regardless your circumstances or challenges. Clients find me easy to talk to, whatever concern they bring. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you will be able to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences freely.
My number one priority is establishing a trusting rapport so we can start exploring difficulties you are facing in your life whether it be relationship problems, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, trauma that is still much alive or other concerns.
I am convinced that you were born to thrive regardless your circumstances or challenges. Clients find me easy to talk to, whatever concern they bring. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you will be able to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences freely.
I am privileged to see any person 16yrs & over for assessment, treatment & therapy for a wide range of issues/diagnoses. I see families, for psychoeducation & coping skills who have loved ones experiencing addiction, risk behaviours/suicide/suicide bereavement. Any person who is curious to develop an understanding of themselves & better cope with symptoms, mental health diagnoses. I believe in a supportive & tailored model of therapy, using evidence based treatment, I am friendly, dedicated clinician who thoroughly enjoys helping others achieve their goals in therapy & seeing new skills applied with some amazing outcomes in life.
I am privileged to see any person 16yrs & over for assessment, treatment & therapy for a wide range of issues/diagnoses. I see families, for psychoeducation & coping skills who have loved ones experiencing addiction, risk behaviours/suicide/suicide bereavement. Any person who is curious to develop an understanding of themselves & better cope with symptoms, mental health diagnoses. I believe in a supportive & tailored model of therapy, using evidence based treatment, I am friendly, dedicated clinician who thoroughly enjoys helping others achieve their goals in therapy & seeing new skills applied with some amazing outcomes in life.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.