Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in North Strathfield, NSW
Helping people improve their lives is at the heart of my practice. My greatest reward is seeing clients achieve meaningful and lasting change through counselling.
My counselling services include support for WorkCover and CTP clients, family issues, relationship and couples counselling, as well as a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns.
Every person deserves the opportunity to live a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. With the right therapeutic support, positive change is possible—because better therapy leads to a better life.
Helping people improve their lives is at the heart of my practice. My greatest reward is seeing clients achieve meaningful and lasting change through counselling.
My counselling services include support for WorkCover and CTP clients, family issues, relationship and couples counselling, as well as a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns.
Every person deserves the opportunity to live a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. With the right therapeutic support, positive change is possible—because better therapy leads to a better life.
I am a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar who brings extensive clinical, forensic, and community mental health experience to my practice. My background spans specialised assessment and treatment for offenders within the justice system, alongside diverse community care across the NDIS, ADF, Medicare, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
I am dedicated to providing inclusive, affirmative care, supporting and exploring identity development across all its forms, including gender and sexuality.
I am a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar who brings extensive clinical, forensic, and community mental health experience to my practice. My background spans specialised assessment and treatment for offenders within the justice system, alongside diverse community care across the NDIS, ADF, Medicare, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
I am dedicated to providing inclusive, affirmative care, supporting and exploring identity development across all its forms, including gender and sexuality.
Since 2014, she has been employed in the community services sector, fulfilling various roles such as a drug and alcohol counsellor, child protection specialist and extensive domestic violence counsellor.
Zarnaz has demonstrated significant knowledge and expertise in assisting children and families facing stressors, parenting skills, child behavior management, learning difficulties and parental mental health issues. She employs a person-centered, strengths-based approach to counseling, prioritizing empathy, support, and providing a safe space for clients.
Since 2014, she has been employed in the community services sector, fulfilling various roles such as a drug and alcohol counsellor, child protection specialist and extensive domestic violence counsellor.
Zarnaz has demonstrated significant knowledge and expertise in assisting children and families facing stressors, parenting skills, child behavior management, learning difficulties and parental mental health issues. She employs a person-centered, strengths-based approach to counseling, prioritizing empathy, support, and providing a safe space for clients.
You don't have to figure things out on your own. I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor providing culturally inclusive and trauma-informed counselling in Sydney and via telehealth across Australia. I specialise in supporting people experiencing cultural identity and belonging challenges, intergenerational trauma, problem gambling and gambling-related harm, childhood wounds, complex trauma, social anxiety and depression. Together, we can create a safe and supportive space to better understand your experiences and work towards more good days.
You don't have to figure things out on your own. I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor providing culturally inclusive and trauma-informed counselling in Sydney and via telehealth across Australia. I specialise in supporting people experiencing cultural identity and belonging challenges, intergenerational trauma, problem gambling and gambling-related harm, childhood wounds, complex trauma, social anxiety and depression. Together, we can create a safe and supportive space to better understand your experiences and work towards more good days.
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My clientele are interested in developing self awareness, working on attachment issues and loss, managing their emotions and accessing their unconscious needs, feelings and passions. They are willing to work on extrinsically motivated coping mechanisms that are no longer serving or benefiting their lives. My clientele are open to developing assertive communication skills sourced from authentic desires and are committed to build a strong, confident sense of self. These clients are ready to work on deeper themes and woundings, childhood trauma's, loss, accumulative adult traumas and present day crisis and difficulties.
My clientele are interested in developing self awareness, working on attachment issues and loss, managing their emotions and accessing their unconscious needs, feelings and passions. They are willing to work on extrinsically motivated coping mechanisms that are no longer serving or benefiting their lives. My clientele are open to developing assertive communication skills sourced from authentic desires and are committed to build a strong, confident sense of self. These clients are ready to work on deeper themes and woundings, childhood trauma's, loss, accumulative adult traumas and present day crisis and difficulties.
Many of my clients are individuals navigating complex trauma or active addictions.
My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and deeply rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS). I offer a safe space to work through addictions, disordered eating, complex trauma, PTSD, mind-body syndrome, and 12-step recovery. Together, we will gently untangle compulsive behaviours and cultivate permanent, holistic lifestyle shifts.
Many of my clients are individuals navigating complex trauma or active addictions.
My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and deeply rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS). I offer a safe space to work through addictions, disordered eating, complex trauma, PTSD, mind-body syndrome, and 12-step recovery. Together, we will gently untangle compulsive behaviours and cultivate permanent, holistic lifestyle shifts.
From anxiety and depression to relationship difficulties, self esteem, grief and loss, addictions and beyond, she has helped numerous clients navigate through these challenging experiences.
El-afraa is a registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist with postgraduate training. Drawing from a wealth of experience and expertise, El-afraa offers an integrative therapeutic approach tailored specifically to your unique needs and circumstances. She combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Interpersonal therapy (PIT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness and attachment theory.
From anxiety and depression to relationship difficulties, self esteem, grief and loss, addictions and beyond, she has helped numerous clients navigate through these challenging experiences.
El-afraa is a registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist with postgraduate training. Drawing from a wealth of experience and expertise, El-afraa offers an integrative therapeutic approach tailored specifically to your unique needs and circumstances. She combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Interpersonal therapy (PIT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness and attachment theory.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
Society has viewed addiction as a weakness that you are powerless over or a defect of character only impacting those from lower socioeconomic status.
The TARA Clinic, where TARA is an acronym for Therapeutic Addiction Recovery Assistance, is the modern solution to addiction treatment. We understand that addiction is a symptom of something else, so we focus on building your overall well-being while you overcome your addiction.
Society has viewed addiction as a weakness that you are powerless over or a defect of character only impacting those from lower socioeconomic status.
The TARA Clinic, where TARA is an acronym for Therapeutic Addiction Recovery Assistance, is the modern solution to addiction treatment. We understand that addiction is a symptom of something else, so we focus on building your overall well-being while you overcome your addiction.
Building a secure, collaborative therapeutic relationship is central—I meet clients where they are to address depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, alcohol/ drug addiction, relationship challenges, life transitions, attachment wounds and codependency.
I use relational-based therapy for both individuals and couples, EMDR and CBT and still work as part of an inpatient team in a private hospital, specialising in childhood developmental trauma, attachment wounds and related recovery work.
Building a secure, collaborative therapeutic relationship is central—I meet clients where they are to address depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, alcohol/ drug addiction, relationship challenges, life transitions, attachment wounds and codependency.
I use relational-based therapy for both individuals and couples, EMDR and CBT and still work as part of an inpatient team in a private hospital, specialising in childhood developmental trauma, attachment wounds and related recovery work.
Alistair offers psychotherapy and counselling to support recovery for those experiencing stress or suffering, and to assist in developing tools to make overall change.
Alistair offers psychotherapy and counselling to support recovery for those experiencing stress or suffering, and to assist in developing tools to make overall change.
I specialise in trauma & addiction.
My goal in therapy is to create a safe, confidential space where you are able to talk openly about your life, without feeling judged. As your therapist, I will give you the time and care to really understand where you are coming from and give you constructive feedback that empowers you to set realistic goals, make appropriate changes and have strong, genuine relationships. In three words I am kind, honest, attuned.
I specialise in trauma & addiction.
My goal in therapy is to create a safe, confidential space where you are able to talk openly about your life, without feeling judged. As your therapist, I will give you the time and care to really understand where you are coming from and give you constructive feedback that empowers you to set realistic goals, make appropriate changes and have strong, genuine relationships. In three words I am kind, honest, attuned.
I work with these plus grief, addictions, relationships
We all have aspects of our personality and behaviour that we and others find difficult. Often we just live with these trying to control them on our own. However, this is always difficult as it is hard for us to be objective and honest about ourselves. Having someone to help us be objective and not skip over these difficult areas of our lives, can be very helpful. Together we would work on revealing and unravelling these problem areas but only at a speed you can handle, you will always be in control of this process. What you reveal is between us, confidentiality is paramount. You decide who and when you wish to share with.
I work with these plus grief, addictions, relationships
We all have aspects of our personality and behaviour that we and others find difficult. Often we just live with these trying to control them on our own. However, this is always difficult as it is hard for us to be objective and honest about ourselves. Having someone to help us be objective and not skip over these difficult areas of our lives, can be very helpful. Together we would work on revealing and unravelling these problem areas but only at a speed you can handle, you will always be in control of this process. What you reveal is between us, confidentiality is paramount. You decide who and when you wish to share with.
Are the difficulties of your past disturbing your dreams and giving you cause to lash out, cycle though addictions or want to disappear completely?
Don’t quite before the miracle! I am a trauma based therapist with a unique skill set that can help even the most complex cases. I take a trauma informed approach to the work we do, guided my my training in IFS therapy and the aliveness of the “here and now”. Over twenty five years experience as a frontline paramedic, my approach is grounded and warm.
Are the difficulties of your past disturbing your dreams and giving you cause to lash out, cycle though addictions or want to disappear completely?
Don’t quite before the miracle! I am a trauma based therapist with a unique skill set that can help even the most complex cases. I take a trauma informed approach to the work we do, guided my my training in IFS therapy and the aliveness of the “here and now”. Over twenty five years experience as a frontline paramedic, my approach is grounded and warm.
Hills to Hawkesbury Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Bella Vista, NSW 2153
In addition to improving general wellbeing, we can also help treat a range of issues including addiction, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, personality disorders, forensic/offending issues, anger management and self-esteem issues.
In addition to seeing clients within the general population, Kristen is an endorsed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist and has experience working with perpetrators of crime. Kristen offers treatment via private billing, Mental Health Treatment Plans, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and SIRA (Workers Compensation/CTP).
In addition to improving general wellbeing, we can also help treat a range of issues including addiction, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, personality disorders, forensic/offending issues, anger management and self-esteem issues.
In addition to seeing clients within the general population, Kristen is an endorsed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist and has experience working with perpetrators of crime. Kristen offers treatment via private billing, Mental Health Treatment Plans, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and SIRA (Workers Compensation/CTP).
I help people overcome all relationship problems including intimacy, communiction, connection, conflict, drug and alcohol use and confidence and anxiety concerns.
Hi I'm Jim O'Connor clinical psychotherapist and relationship therapist. I help people overcome the challenges they face in their relationships. If you're someone who is single and wishing to get into a relationship but you don't know how to find the right person, then I can help. If your in a relationship and you want to create more connection, I can show you how. If you're in an abusive relationship and you don't know if you should leave or stay I can help you decide and I will support you what ever you decide. If it has anything to do with dating or relating in the modern world I can help.
I help people overcome all relationship problems including intimacy, communiction, connection, conflict, drug and alcohol use and confidence and anxiety concerns.
Hi I'm Jim O'Connor clinical psychotherapist and relationship therapist. I help people overcome the challenges they face in their relationships. If you're someone who is single and wishing to get into a relationship but you don't know how to find the right person, then I can help. If your in a relationship and you want to create more connection, I can show you how. If you're in an abusive relationship and you don't know if you should leave or stay I can help you decide and I will support you what ever you decide. If it has anything to do with dating or relating in the modern world I can help.
They could be struggling with their mood, with their fears, with addiction, with relationship issues, with stress.
To help overcome this, I use a case formulation approach which involves answering four basic questions: First, what are your important life events, what happened to you? Second, how did it affect you, what impact did it have? Third, what sense did you make of it, why you? Fourth, what did you have to do to survive and did that work at the time but not now?
They could be struggling with their mood, with their fears, with addiction, with relationship issues, with stress.
To help overcome this, I use a case formulation approach which involves answering four basic questions: First, what are your important life events, what happened to you? Second, how did it affect you, what impact did it have? Third, what sense did you make of it, why you? Fourth, what did you have to do to survive and did that work at the time but not now?
For over 10 years my experience and training has focused on adding value to the lives of those who seek to enrich their quality and experience of life. I specialise in therapeutic techniques for those who want to: aspire toward personal/professional goals; seek meaning; overcome relationship challenges; escape a life rut; struggle with men’s issues; or just overcome those persistent overwhelming uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Additionally, I specialise in treating people with prolonged mental health conditions, unhelpful habits or behaviours for which you have been unable to overcome through previous treatment.
For over 10 years my experience and training has focused on adding value to the lives of those who seek to enrich their quality and experience of life. I specialise in therapeutic techniques for those who want to: aspire toward personal/professional goals; seek meaning; overcome relationship challenges; escape a life rut; struggle with men’s issues; or just overcome those persistent overwhelming uncomfortable emotions and thoughts. Additionally, I specialise in treating people with prolonged mental health conditions, unhelpful habits or behaviours for which you have been unable to overcome through previous treatment.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships.
My unique expertise in recovery from life controlling issues including addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, childhood abuse, attachment trauma & complex trauma, cause me to stand out among others. I work extensively with PTSD & trained 5 years with renowned trauma and sensorimotor specialist Dr. Janina Fisher from the USA. Every day I help people shine.
I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships.
My unique expertise in recovery from life controlling issues including addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, childhood abuse, attachment trauma & complex trauma, cause me to stand out among others. I work extensively with PTSD & trained 5 years with renowned trauma and sensorimotor specialist Dr. Janina Fisher from the USA. Every day I help people shine.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.