Dementia Psychologists and Therapists in Mosman, NSW

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Emily Jallat
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Emily is passionate about supporting older adults to live their best lives. She is a registered psychologist, an AHPRA-endorsed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist, a member of the Australian Psychological Society and Fellow of both the APS College of Clinical Psychologists and the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists. Emily holds an honours degree in Psychology (1st class) and a master’s in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology of Cognitive Disorders. Emily is fluent in English and French.
Emily is passionate about supporting older adults to live their best lives. She is a registered psychologist, an AHPRA-endorsed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist, a member of the Australian Psychological Society and Fellow of both the APS College of Clinical Psychologists and the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists. Emily holds an honours degree in Psychology (1st class) and a master’s in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology of Cognitive Disorders. Emily is fluent in English and French.
(02) 9100 0244 View (02) 9100 0244
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Robyn Price
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Also a credentialed eating disorders clinician, trained in somatic psychotherapy and the treatment of addictions, trauma and dementia.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
Also a credentialed eating disorders clinician, trained in somatic psychotherapy and the treatment of addictions, trauma and dementia.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
(02) 9100 0771 View (02) 9100 0771
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Scott Whiteway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
(02) 8074 5252 View (02) 8074 5252
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Jessica McGinty
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
She offers neuropsychological assessments, psychological therapy, and interventions for cognitive complaints such as memory, attention, concentration, and executive functioning.
Jess works closely with GPs, specialists, and allied health clinicians in public and private healthcare settings to assist with differential diagnosis, rehabilitation, and recovery. She has a special interest in neurological conditions, sleep disorders, cognitive impairment, dementia, neurodivergence, psychiatric conditions, and mental health difficulties.
She offers neuropsychological assessments, psychological therapy, and interventions for cognitive complaints such as memory, attention, concentration, and executive functioning.
Jess works closely with GPs, specialists, and allied health clinicians in public and private healthcare settings to assist with differential diagnosis, rehabilitation, and recovery. She has a special interest in neurological conditions, sleep disorders, cognitive impairment, dementia, neurodivergence, psychiatric conditions, and mental health difficulties.
(02) 8000 1070 View (02) 8000 1070

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Kopal Sinha (FindUr"Self")- Level-4,
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
West Ryde, NSW 2114
I am a registered Clinical Supervisor with the Australian Counselling Association and work as a Dementia Counsellor at Dementia Australia.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore difficult feelings and begin to make sense of what’s causing emotional pain or discomfort. I believe that a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change.
I am a registered Clinical Supervisor with the Australian Counselling Association and work as a Dementia Counsellor at Dementia Australia.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore difficult feelings and begin to make sense of what’s causing emotional pain or discomfort. I believe that a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change.
(02) 7804 4738 View (02) 7804 4738
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Kirstin Robertson-Gillam
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Online Only
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
(02) 6188 7349 View (02) 6188 7349
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Julie Smith
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Sydney, NSW 2000
I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, addiction, burnout, ADHD, and major life transitions with a particular interest in supporting individuals to process trauma. Often, people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they cannot fully understand, but know they want things to feel different. My approach is warm, relational and insight-driven, helping clients better understand the experiences shaping their emotional world, uncover patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Sessions available in Sydney CBD and online.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, addiction, burnout, ADHD, and major life transitions with a particular interest in supporting individuals to process trauma. Often, people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they cannot fully understand, but know they want things to feel different. My approach is warm, relational and insight-driven, helping clients better understand the experiences shaping their emotional world, uncover patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Sessions available in Sydney CBD and online.
0421 029 353 View 0421 029 353
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Hanan Ghabour
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Gymea, NSW 2227
At CCS Counselling Service, our clients are individuals, couples, families, carers, and professionals seeking a compassionate, experienced, and culturally sensitive space to work through life’s challenges. Many of our clients are people who have spent years caring for others while neglecting their own emotional wellbeing, or those feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. We help clients regain clarity, emotional balance, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction in themselves and their relationships.
At CCS Counselling Service, our clients are individuals, couples, families, carers, and professionals seeking a compassionate, experienced, and culturally sensitive space to work through life’s challenges. Many of our clients are people who have spent years caring for others while neglecting their own emotional wellbeing, or those feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. We help clients regain clarity, emotional balance, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction in themselves and their relationships.
(02) 7501 1486 View (02) 7501 1486
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Creating Wellbeing Melbourne
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have experience working with a broad range of folks, from neurodivergent young people to elderly people with dementia.
Please Contact Me Via Email Not Phone Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
I have experience working with a broad range of folks, from neurodivergent young people to elderly people with dementia.
Please Contact Me Via Email Not Phone Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
(03) 7302 2943 View (03) 7302 2943
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Natalie Furniss, Clinical Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Lindfield, NSW 2070
A very warm welcome, as I introduce myself to you. I'm originally from the UK and I have worked and lived on the North Shore for over 20 yrs. I'm a professional, clinical registered practitioner who has a genuine interest in helping others to facilitate change. I'm committed to working alongside you to help you find practical solutions & to achieve optimum results. Small steps can lead to big changes & the most significant investment you can make is with yourself, so If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low motivation or suffering any other concerns, you don't have to face it on you own, please get in contact
A very warm welcome, as I introduce myself to you. I'm originally from the UK and I have worked and lived on the North Shore for over 20 yrs. I'm a professional, clinical registered practitioner who has a genuine interest in helping others to facilitate change. I'm committed to working alongside you to help you find practical solutions & to achieve optimum results. Small steps can lead to big changes & the most significant investment you can make is with yourself, so If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low motivation or suffering any other concerns, you don't have to face it on you own, please get in contact
(02) 8073 9221 View (02) 8073 9221
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Maria Teresa Cajias
Verified Verified
Kensington, NSW 2033
If you are feeling tired, sad, lonely, with low motivation, struggling with performing daily activities, There is Help ! I May support you individually or in a couple intervention. If your participation in your daily life is disrupted, let's work together in facing these challenges to promote wellbeing. I can provide you support by suggesting some practical strategies to make a difference in your life. If you seek to improve your personal and family emotional condition see your GP and ask for a Mental Health Plan.
If you are feeling tired, sad, lonely, with low motivation, struggling with performing daily activities, There is Help ! I May support you individually or in a couple intervention. If your participation in your daily life is disrupted, let's work together in facing these challenges to promote wellbeing. I can provide you support by suggesting some practical strategies to make a difference in your life. If you seek to improve your personal and family emotional condition see your GP and ask for a Mental Health Plan.
(02) 9100 0262 View (02) 9100 0262
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Plaisance Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
My role as a counsellor is to adapt my approaches, treatments, and therapy procedures to the unique needs and objectives and understand the expectations, challenges, and motivations of a client. Common concerns I address include mental health, life changes, behaviour, addiction, relationships, self-exploration, and development. The goal is to promote mental health, relationships, personal growth, and life balance, which leads to stress relief, personal fulfilment, connection, belonging, and happiness. Integrative therapy provides emotional support, direction, insight, skill development, empowerment, and recovery.
My role as a counsellor is to adapt my approaches, treatments, and therapy procedures to the unique needs and objectives and understand the expectations, challenges, and motivations of a client. Common concerns I address include mental health, life changes, behaviour, addiction, relationships, self-exploration, and development. The goal is to promote mental health, relationships, personal growth, and life balance, which leads to stress relief, personal fulfilment, connection, belonging, and happiness. Integrative therapy provides emotional support, direction, insight, skill development, empowerment, and recovery.
0414 991 194 View 0414 991 194
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Helen Tang
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Mortdale, NSW 2223
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
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Psyhi Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
At Psyhi Psychology Services we believe EVERYBODY deserves to live a happy, healthy and fulfilled life. That’s why we have created an inviting, safe and non-judgemental space where you will feel heard, valued and supported. We have a deep awareness and understanding of the different challenges that can lead people to seek out therapy, therefore we will always demonstrate empathy and compassion in our interactions with you.
At Psyhi Psychology Services we believe EVERYBODY deserves to live a happy, healthy and fulfilled life. That’s why we have created an inviting, safe and non-judgemental space where you will feel heard, valued and supported. We have a deep awareness and understanding of the different challenges that can lead people to seek out therapy, therefore we will always demonstrate empathy and compassion in our interactions with you.
(02) 8806 0356 View (02) 8806 0356
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Kylie Strelan
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Kylie. I provide a space of warmth, safety and acceptance in which to gently explore challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences. I work with people who are ready to transform old patterns and habits and discover healthier ways to manage anger, stress and anxiety. I have a special interest in dream exploration as a therapeutic tool, and I invite you to contact me directly or visit my website to learn more about its effectiveness for bringing clarity to the past and supporting change in the present.
Hi, I’m Kylie. I provide a space of warmth, safety and acceptance in which to gently explore challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences. I work with people who are ready to transform old patterns and habits and discover healthier ways to manage anger, stress and anxiety. I have a special interest in dream exploration as a therapeutic tool, and I invite you to contact me directly or visit my website to learn more about its effectiveness for bringing clarity to the past and supporting change in the present.
(02) 5605 0139 View (02) 5605 0139
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Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
(02) 6189 2732 View (02) 6189 2732
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Julie Ryu
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Strathfield, NSW 2135
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
I provide person-centered, evidence-based psychological treatments and counselling to clients from all walks of life. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of their psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms leading to their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy are usually discussed in the first session during intake assessment. I can also provide sessions in Korean.
(02) 7804 4481 View (02) 7804 4481
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Dr Adam Vujic
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Artarmon, NSW 2064
Adam (PhD/Master of Clinical Neuropsychology) is experienced in neuropsychological assessment and intervention, and primarily works with individuals who have cognitive concerns or impairments (e.g., poor memory, attention, problem solving, impulse control etc).
Adam is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the founder of Measured Minds, a practice that provides tailored neuropsychological services. The practice is focused on two key areas: 1. Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments (e.g., NDIS applications/reviews, suspected ADHD, developmental disorders, and other brain-related conditions); and 2. Cognitive intervention/remediation (e.g., assisting individuals with ADHD, cognitive decline, or another brain-related condition to overcome challenges). All sessions are designed to focus on your individual needs.
Adam (PhD/Master of Clinical Neuropsychology) is experienced in neuropsychological assessment and intervention, and primarily works with individuals who have cognitive concerns or impairments (e.g., poor memory, attention, problem solving, impulse control etc).
Adam is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the founder of Measured Minds, a practice that provides tailored neuropsychological services. The practice is focused on two key areas: 1. Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments (e.g., NDIS applications/reviews, suspected ADHD, developmental disorders, and other brain-related conditions); and 2. Cognitive intervention/remediation (e.g., assisting individuals with ADHD, cognitive decline, or another brain-related condition to overcome challenges). All sessions are designed to focus on your individual needs.
(02) 4214 8718 View (02) 4214 8718
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Olga Sukhovskaya
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Olga has practical knowledge of care specifics for complex conditions that affect functioning, thinking, behaviour and emotional regulation ( dementia, developmental disorders) It comes from additional training and years of experience in supporting hundreds of clients.
Carers strive to balance their loved one's quality of life with their own well-being. Finding the balance to reduce burnout is a common goal. Therapy could be focused on coping strategies for processing difficult emotions or managing the logistics of ongoing problem-solving. Maintaining healthy relationships and issues with family dynamics is also a common struggle. Carers often seek support for a difficult life transition such as after receiving a diagnosis or transitioning a loved one to permanent care.
Olga has practical knowledge of care specifics for complex conditions that affect functioning, thinking, behaviour and emotional regulation ( dementia, developmental disorders) It comes from additional training and years of experience in supporting hundreds of clients.
Carers strive to balance their loved one's quality of life with their own well-being. Finding the balance to reduce burnout is a common goal. Therapy could be focused on coping strategies for processing difficult emotions or managing the logistics of ongoing problem-solving. Maintaining healthy relationships and issues with family dynamics is also a common struggle. Carers often seek support for a difficult life transition such as after receiving a diagnosis or transitioning a loved one to permanent care.
(02) 9100 0522 View (02) 9100 0522
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Sherine Badawy
Counsellor
Serves Area
Offering 22 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
Offering 22 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
(08) 7008 9224 View (08) 7008 9224

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Dementia Therapists
Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.

How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.

What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.

When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.