Counselling in Paddington, NSW

I have a compassionate and holistic approach to my work. I help people look into and connect with themselves and understand where they have come from and where they can go to next. I help people deal with anxiety - it may be from the past, present or due to change. In times of change we can feel uncertain, have self doubt or have old fears arise. I put tools in people's pockets to empower them to make healthy changes.

Kass specialises in empowering women to step into their full potential. She works with women who feel stuck, held back, or have a nagging feeling that they’re not good enough. She also enjoys working with individuals who are experiencing mental health concerns such as anxiety, relationship issues, and stress.

When was the last time you invested in your most valuable asset – YOU? Offering you a safe & supportive space to explore your current experience of life, our session together will enhance your personal awareness, help clarify your values and assist you in aligning your reality with your preferred way of being for a more satisfying and meaningful existence.

Brittany completed her Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at the Australian Catholic University. Through a warm and solution focused approach, Brittany actively works to establish trust and a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients to enable them to freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences and work towards their goals.

I am mindful of creating a safe, non-judgemental environment as a clinical psychologist who draws upon evidence based therapies to empower my clients to build self-awareness and improve their quality of life. I support clients in processing their emotions, developing a better understanding of who they are and how best to break free from negative life patterns that have exacerbated their psychological challenges. I also have extensive experience in parenting and child behaviour concerns. I work collaboratively with parents to identify and address child behaviour and emotional needs to help your child and manage your own wellbeing.

I know it takes a lot of courage to be here. You have made the first step to find a professional who will listen to you and support you. 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 have been a Psychologist for 24 years . I see clients struggling with Depression; Anxiety ; Stress related issues; Emotional eating & eating disorders; , ADHD ; Crisis and Trauma .

We will clarify your direction in life or your situation, applying evidence-based wellbeing strategies, skills and resilience. Together, we will take effective action to achieve your goals - right from session one. It’s not about what you need to do. It’s about who you want to be. For Adults, I offer effective, action-based treatment for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, finding direction and navigating life transitions. For adolescents, I help them overcome anxiety, depression, and social issues, while supporting the development of self-esteem and positive academic strategies.

I have worked with individuals and couples for over thirty years, helping them negotiate the struggles of life in this time of quick change, uncertainty and significant social pressure. Relationships are the first victims when people become anxious or challenged in their lives. Yet I believe relationships are the core to good mental health and personal development. These issues are relevant to people of all ages, and not specific to gender, race or religion. The presenting symptom could be grief, anxiety, depression, arguments, irritability or any form of dysfunctional behaviour - the underlying issue has to be addressed.

We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.

When a couple experince periods of conflict, anger, mistrust or a breakdown in communication they will benefit from relationship counselling.Counselling is also helpful when an Individual is struggling with anxiety, depression,difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, struggling with work life balance and low self -esteem.I am able to work with same sex couples as well as heterosexual couples. I believe each client needs a safe environment where they can sit and reflect with a therapist that is able to provide strategies of moving forward in a healthy away .

Sometimes making that first contact for counselling is the hardest part, but once you've made that step, you will realise that you can work at your own pace, and feel safe as you build trust in the relationship with a counsellor. Speaking with someone can help to alleviate the anxiety, and help by giving you tools, strategies, and a place to talk with someone who provides a safe, non-judgemental space. Whether you are going through relationship difficulties, struggling with anxiety, or dealing with the difficulties of living in a different country, I can be there to support you.

Do you want to change something about yourself? This could include changing behaviour, habits, moods, relationships, or thought patterns. I am skilled in locating the source of your problem and working with it directly to restore your sense of balance and well being. I will work with you at your own pace and I respect your need to feel safe and secure. My preferred methods of treatment are Resource Therapy, EMDR, CBT and breath awareness.

The climate and ecological crisis can cause a range of mental health issues including, grief, anxiety, trauma, and feelings of anger and despair. However, it can also prompt people to re-evaluate their lives, vision meaningful change, and turn sadness into positive life-affirming action. I acknowledge the legitimacy and complicated nature of the human response to the climate crisis; I don't presume the presence or absence of climate-related distress in my client but understand how relationships to nature, living systems, scientific evidence, and media coverage of climate change can help integrate and resolve psychological stressors.

Perhaps you are in a less than harmonious relationship, are dealing with high conflict or need to improve communication- you have come to the right place for help. Alinda will work with you to develop and implement strategies to get back on the path that leads to happiness and success. Working to address the issues you are facing and come through on the other side with a new way of thinking and managing. You can confidently take on a new direction in life. By treating her clients as individuals, and recognising the specific and varied needs, she can provide a truly unique treatment plan every time.

My ideal client is interested in developing self-awareness and learning skills to better manage difficult thoughts and feelings. They are looking for a therapist who they can build a working relationship with, based on genuine respect, support, and compassion, and who draws from the most recent research about what is effective in treatment. They want therapy to be tailored to their unique life experiences and personal strengths and weaknesses. My ideal client is someone who wants therapy to be a collaborative process, where the therapist and client work together to help the client reach their goals.

Special interests: Borderline personality disorder, other personality disorders, trauma, interpersonal and attachment issues, relationship difficulties, and emotion regulation.

I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping adults navigate various psychological and emotional challenges through increasing personal insight and the capacity for change. I am trained in treating various issues, some of which include anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, parenting difficulties, low self-esteem, communication and emotion-regulation difficulties. I provide a warm and collaborative space where challenges can be safely explored and worked through. I believe that a trusting and authentic relationship is integral to therapeutic progress and I place great emphasis on listening deeply and connecting.

I provide support for individuals experiencing personal difficulties and different trauma-related symptoms like anxiety and depression, addictions or relationship problems. Using a holistic approach, I tap into personal awareness, freedom and self-direction using a blend of different modalities.