Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Peakhurst, NSW

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Douha El-Assaad
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Now welcoming new clients. I am a registered psychologist passionate about providing gentle, evidence-based mental health support to help you move you towards a healthier, and more content way of living. I have over 9 years experience supporting people with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, parenting and relationships. I offer support, both online and by phone. I have available appointments across Weekdays, Evenings and Saturdays.
Now welcoming new clients. I am a registered psychologist passionate about providing gentle, evidence-based mental health support to help you move you towards a healthier, and more content way of living. I have over 9 years experience supporting people with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, parenting and relationships. I offer support, both online and by phone. I have available appointments across Weekdays, Evenings and Saturdays.
(02) 8105 6885 View (02) 8105 6885
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Irene Valis
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Welcome. My heartfelt intention is to hold a safe and supportive space for women to feel heard, healed and whole. Using mindbody principles of Gestalt Therapy and Polyvagal theory, I offer a personalised, relational and embodied approach to supporting women who may be experiencing a disconnect from themselves, others or their environment - whether it be through emotional dysregulation, physical burnout, or mental overwhelm. By healing past emotional wounding and undoing old beliefs that impede and impact life in the present, our work together addresses the root causes for lasting change and a sense of coming home to oneself.
Welcome. My heartfelt intention is to hold a safe and supportive space for women to feel heard, healed and whole. Using mindbody principles of Gestalt Therapy and Polyvagal theory, I offer a personalised, relational and embodied approach to supporting women who may be experiencing a disconnect from themselves, others or their environment - whether it be through emotional dysregulation, physical burnout, or mental overwhelm. By healing past emotional wounding and undoing old beliefs that impede and impact life in the present, our work together addresses the root causes for lasting change and a sense of coming home to oneself.
(02) 8105 5981 View (02) 8105 5981
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Amina Ahmed
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts?
What sets me apart is my holistic approach, combining evidence-based techniques with deep cultural sensitivity. Whether you prefer sessions in English, Urdu, or Hindi, I tailor my methods to resonate with your specific needs, ensuring that our work together is both effective and meaningful.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts?
What sets me apart is my holistic approach, combining evidence-based techniques with deep cultural sensitivity. Whether you prefer sessions in English, Urdu, or Hindi, I tailor my methods to resonate with your specific needs, ensuring that our work together is both effective and meaningful.
0413 837 303 View 0413 837 303
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Timothy Joss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
This could show up as anxiety, low mood, emotional reactivity, or a sense that something isn't quite right.
I offer a calm and supportive space where you can go at your own pace. My approach is holistic and trauma-informed, drawing on evidence-based practices including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT skills. I work with concerns such as trauma, anxiety, grief, and stress, and also support neurodivergent clients, NDIS participants, and those navigating Workers Compensation
This could show up as anxiety, low mood, emotional reactivity, or a sense that something isn't quite right.
I offer a calm and supportive space where you can go at your own pace. My approach is holistic and trauma-informed, drawing on evidence-based practices including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT skills. I work with concerns such as trauma, anxiety, grief, and stress, and also support neurodivergent clients, NDIS participants, and those navigating Workers Compensation
(02) 7501 0537 View (02) 7501 0537
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Michelle Boyle Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Michelle’s professional skills and life experience allows her to be approachable, knowledgeable and understanding with her clients. With extensive experience across a broad range of concerns and diverse backgrounds, Michelle provides her clients a safe open space to explore challenges, supporting clients to investigate possible areas where understanding and adjustment can bring about positive growth and greater wellbeing. Taking NDIS clients (unregistered provider)
Michelle’s professional skills and life experience allows her to be approachable, knowledgeable and understanding with her clients. With extensive experience across a broad range of concerns and diverse backgrounds, Michelle provides her clients a safe open space to explore challenges, supporting clients to investigate possible areas where understanding and adjustment can bring about positive growth and greater wellbeing. Taking NDIS clients (unregistered provider)
(02) 7501 1068 View (02) 7501 1068
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Anita Calic
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
Through my therapeutic work I have realised that in order to heal and resolve our deep emotional wounds we must focus on the whole picture, our mind, body and our soul. If we want to create lasting transformation, we must switch off the autopilot, our habitual thoughts and behavioural patterns that have been working against us. We must be willing to take the first steps towards discovering who we truly are. Discovering our true authentic self and our worth, is the most empowering experience that we can achieve on our healing journey. In the words of E. Tolle, “You do not become good by trying to be good, but by finding the goodness
(02) 8000 1748 View (02) 8000 1748
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Sandra Garcia
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I am a therapist and coach dedicated to helping people become active participants in their own lives. I work with individuals and couples who are seeking clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper connection with themselves and others. At the heart of my work is a simple belief: we all carry power within us. I chose this path because, during times when I felt disconnected and uncertain of my place, someone helped me reconnect with my own inner strength. Today, I support others on their journey of self-discovery and psychological growth, walking alongside them with care and curiosity.
I am a therapist and coach dedicated to helping people become active participants in their own lives. I work with individuals and couples who are seeking clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper connection with themselves and others. At the heart of my work is a simple belief: we all carry power within us. I chose this path because, during times when I felt disconnected and uncertain of my place, someone helped me reconnect with my own inner strength. Today, I support others on their journey of self-discovery and psychological growth, walking alongside them with care and curiosity.
(02) 9090 4712 View (02) 9090 4712
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Anastasia Hronis
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
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.
(02) 8105 5006 View (02) 8105 5006
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Lighthouse Therapeutic
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Perhaps your use of drugs or alcohol has increased or feels out of control, or your anxiety is holding you back.
I am an experienced clinical counsellor and psychotherapist working in private hospital settings and private practice with a special interest in eating disorders, addictions, OCD and couples counselling with a focus on distress tolerance, emotion regulation, mindfulness and assertive communication as well body positivity, self compassion and acceptance.
Perhaps your use of drugs or alcohol has increased or feels out of control, or your anxiety is holding you back.
I am an experienced clinical counsellor and psychotherapist working in private hospital settings and private practice with a special interest in eating disorders, addictions, OCD and couples counselling with a focus on distress tolerance, emotion regulation, mindfulness and assertive communication as well body positivity, self compassion and acceptance.
0460 832 082 View 0460 832 082
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Sofia Awadalla
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I have a particular interest in assisting adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, veterans and leadership wellbeing.
Hello and Welcome. You've found a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. My name is Sofia and I am an accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Leadership Wellness Coach.
I have a particular interest in assisting adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, veterans and leadership wellbeing.
Hello and Welcome. You've found a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. My name is Sofia and I am an accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Leadership Wellness Coach.
0422 225 511 View 0422 225 511

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Secure Connections Relationship Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Or you're an individual who finds relationships harder than they should be — anxious, guarded, or unsure why closeness feels so difficult.
I draw on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, and Attachment-based therapy — three of the most research-supported approaches for relationship healing. Together, we get underneath surface conflict to the emotional needs and patterns driving it, so real, lasting change becomes possible.
Or you're an individual who finds relationships harder than they should be — anxious, guarded, or unsure why closeness feels so difficult.
I draw on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, and Attachment-based therapy — three of the most research-supported approaches for relationship healing. Together, we get underneath surface conflict to the emotional needs and patterns driving it, so real, lasting change becomes possible.
(03) 8338 1069 View (03) 8338 1069
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Your Safe Place Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Rouse Hill, NSW 2155
I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and navigating life changes.
Hi, I’m Tania, founder of Your Safe Place Counselling; a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being. With over 30 yrs experience working in leadership and personal development, I’ve made it my mission to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings and find healing. Combining formal education with life experiences and skills gained from 3 decades of inspiring thousands of women towards confidence, self-belief, and personal growth I’ve learned that everyone’s story is unique. My approach focuses on providing tailored support that empowers you to navigate life's difficulties.
I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and navigating life changes.
Hi, I’m Tania, founder of Your Safe Place Counselling; a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being. With over 30 yrs experience working in leadership and personal development, I’ve made it my mission to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings and find healing. Combining formal education with life experiences and skills gained from 3 decades of inspiring thousands of women towards confidence, self-belief, and personal growth I’ve learned that everyone’s story is unique. My approach focuses on providing tailored support that empowers you to navigate life's difficulties.
(02) 8403 1275 View (02) 8403 1275
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Sarah Dakhili
Counsellor, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD.
Sarah is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful connections, assisting them to reconnect and work towards developing a closer, stronger and more secure relationship with themselves and their body. She focuses on supporting clients with experiencing a new reference point for happiness and to overcome struggles. She works mainly online.
She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD.
Sarah is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful connections, assisting them to reconnect and work towards developing a closer, stronger and more secure relationship with themselves and their body. She focuses on supporting clients with experiencing a new reference point for happiness and to overcome struggles. She works mainly online.
(07) 3130 0085 View (07) 3130 0085
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Bryce Thompson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
These range from anxiety and depressive symptoms, to self esteem and other more significantly deeply rooted psychological impairment, such as trauma.
I'm a friendly and compassionate psychologist with a strong passion for supporting/enhancing people, specifically children, adolescents, trauma history and those with diagnosed disabilities. I use humour (when appropriate) and a light hearted approach to assessment and intervention to build strong therapeutic relationships, allowing greater client outcomes.
These range from anxiety and depressive symptoms, to self esteem and other more significantly deeply rooted psychological impairment, such as trauma.
I'm a friendly and compassionate psychologist with a strong passion for supporting/enhancing people, specifically children, adolescents, trauma history and those with diagnosed disabilities. I use humour (when appropriate) and a light hearted approach to assessment and intervention to build strong therapeutic relationships, allowing greater client outcomes.
(02) 4501 9796 View (02) 4501 9796
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Blossoming Minds Therapy
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153
Our devoted clinicians can help you with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, panic, eating disorders, relationship issues, expectations, workplace bullying, ignorant families, family traumas, death, and much more.
We are a team of compassionate, and experienced counsellors, and clinical psychotherapists dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome mental health challenges. We can offer a broad range of coping strategies to fit your current needs. Further, we have adapted a hybrid model and are here for you in person or online.
Our devoted clinicians can help you with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, panic, eating disorders, relationship issues, expectations, workplace bullying, ignorant families, family traumas, death, and much more.
We are a team of compassionate, and experienced counsellors, and clinical psychotherapists dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome mental health challenges. We can offer a broad range of coping strategies to fit your current needs. Further, we have adapted a hybrid model and are here for you in person or online.
(02) 8403 2200 View (02) 8403 2200
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Anne Vitharana
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, my name is Anne and I want to hear your story, heart 2 heart. If you are feeling down or struggling to keep up with life demands, challenged with relationships, feels like you are stuck at where you are in life, or if you are navigating issues involving recovery from past trauma, I am here to support you; all while providing a non-judgmental, gentle and professionally qualified therapeutic environment.
Hi, my name is Anne and I want to hear your story, heart 2 heart. If you are feeling down or struggling to keep up with life demands, challenged with relationships, feels like you are stuck at where you are in life, or if you are navigating issues involving recovery from past trauma, I am here to support you; all while providing a non-judgmental, gentle and professionally qualified therapeutic environment.
(02) 5133 6894 View (02) 5133 6894
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Tracey Fairweather
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
We can feel overwhelmed, anxious and isolated not knowing how to manage these experiences.
I believe that methods of healing should be tailored to each unique individual. The therapy I provide is aimed at elders, adults, teenagers and preteens. Specialty areas include, mental health and wellness, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, addiction and self esteem, amongst many of life challenges we can face.
We can feel overwhelmed, anxious and isolated not knowing how to manage these experiences.
I believe that methods of healing should be tailored to each unique individual. The therapy I provide is aimed at elders, adults, teenagers and preteens. Specialty areas include, mental health and wellness, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, addiction and self esteem, amongst many of life challenges we can face.
(02) 4607 2752 View (02) 4607 2752
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Thinkahead
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086
So help us spread the word that help is near, so no need to continue to live in fear.
Are you suffering a mental health condition? Are you struggling dealing with your childs behaviour or simply need an assessment for learning difficulties/ADHD/ASD? You may simply be feeling a little lost with little direction and clarity. If this is you, then make a change today and reach out and speak to one of our clinicians. We use a multidisciplinary approach and have a team of Psychologists, Occupational Therapist, Behaviour Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Art Therapists, Learning/ Remedial Support Teachers, Physiotherapists. We see NDIS, AccessPlus, Medicare, WC, CTP, VS, EAP clients
So help us spread the word that help is near, so no need to continue to live in fear.
Are you suffering a mental health condition? Are you struggling dealing with your childs behaviour or simply need an assessment for learning difficulties/ADHD/ASD? You may simply be feeling a little lost with little direction and clarity. If this is you, then make a change today and reach out and speak to one of our clinicians. We use a multidisciplinary approach and have a team of Psychologists, Occupational Therapist, Behaviour Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Art Therapists, Learning/ Remedial Support Teachers, Physiotherapists. We see NDIS, AccessPlus, Medicare, WC, CTP, VS, EAP clients
(02) 9053 4507 View (02) 9053 4507
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Farnaz Ali
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Mind Fitness psychology can help you to get back on track
Mind Fitness psychology can help you to get back on track
(02) 8074 5862 View (02) 8074 5862
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Dr Nicole Sokol
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic pain/health challenges, trauma, and life stressors (e.g., work, relationship, parenting).
I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed and client-centred clinical psychology services both in person and online. I draw upon over 10 years experience as a clinical psychologist spanning the public and private sector.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic pain/health challenges, trauma, and life stressors (e.g., work, relationship, parenting).
I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed and client-centred clinical psychology services both in person and online. I draw upon over 10 years experience as a clinical psychologist spanning the public and private sector.
0434 504 424 View 0434 504 424
Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.