Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Pymble, NSW
I'm Micaela, a registered psychologist since 2012 and the founder of Inner West Mental Health & North Side Mental Health.
Trauma is the centre of my work. Single events, and the complex, layered kind that builds over years and quietly shapes how safe the world feels. I work with adults and teens, and I bring that trauma-informed depth to everything else I see: ADHD, autism, anxiety, and the many women navigating a late diagnosis, perimenopause, or the season of life where everyone else's needs come first.
I'm Micaela, a registered psychologist since 2012 and the founder of Inner West Mental Health & North Side Mental Health.
Trauma is the centre of my work. Single events, and the complex, layered kind that builds over years and quietly shapes how safe the world feels. I work with adults and teens, and I bring that trauma-informed depth to everything else I see: ADHD, autism, anxiety, and the many women navigating a late diagnosis, perimenopause, or the season of life where everyone else's needs come first.
My counselling draws on my belief that each client's treatment needs to be individualized to his or her unique history and life story, culture, values, strengths and needs. I believe in creating a safe, supportive and non - judgmental environment in which the client will be treated with respect and confidentiality. It is here that the client is supported in finding their value, healing and strength in resolving their struggles and pain. My sincere wish is for my clients to leave the counselling process changed and equipped with new skills to approach their future with confidence and resilience.
My counselling draws on my belief that each client's treatment needs to be individualized to his or her unique history and life story, culture, values, strengths and needs. I believe in creating a safe, supportive and non - judgmental environment in which the client will be treated with respect and confidentiality. It is here that the client is supported in finding their value, healing and strength in resolving their struggles and pain. My sincere wish is for my clients to leave the counselling process changed and equipped with new skills to approach their future with confidence and resilience.
I am warm, open and experienced Doctor of clinical psychology who works with all sorts of issues, big and small, from life adjustment issues to mental health difficulties. My focus is on mental health wellness. I work with proven psychology treatments for mood and relationship issues for all ages, including couples. I aim to treat each client as an individual with their own unique biology, personal history, strengths and areas for change, utilising a collaborative approach to provide your own program of evidence based intervention.
I am warm, open and experienced Doctor of clinical psychology who works with all sorts of issues, big and small, from life adjustment issues to mental health difficulties. My focus is on mental health wellness. I work with proven psychology treatments for mood and relationship issues for all ages, including couples. I aim to treat each client as an individual with their own unique biology, personal history, strengths and areas for change, utilising a collaborative approach to provide your own program of evidence based intervention.
I'm Anneke, a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Pymble on Sydney's Upper North Shore. I work with adults navigating major life transitions, including menopause, retirement, empty nesting, separation or divorce, redundancy, career change, caregiving, and the particular challenges that LGBTQ+ individuals and families sometimes carry. I also have particular experience supporting adults through workplace stress, whether that's burnout, a difficult environment, or the aftermath of redundancy or career change.
I'm Anneke, a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Pymble on Sydney's Upper North Shore. I work with adults navigating major life transitions, including menopause, retirement, empty nesting, separation or divorce, redundancy, career change, caregiving, and the particular challenges that LGBTQ+ individuals and families sometimes carry. I also have particular experience supporting adults through workplace stress, whether that's burnout, a difficult environment, or the aftermath of redundancy or career change.
I am passionate about supporting clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, health-related concerns, life transitions, relationship difficulties, addiction and compulsive behaviours, as well as questions of identity, purpose and meaning. I'm particularly interested in supporting people who feel stuck, disconnected from themselves, or are seeking greater clarity and fulfilment in their lives. I have experience supporting adolescents and adults across a range of settings, including crisis support and addiction counselling, where I've supported people experiencing trauma, adversity, disconnection and complex life challenges.
I am passionate about supporting clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, health-related concerns, life transitions, relationship difficulties, addiction and compulsive behaviours, as well as questions of identity, purpose and meaning. I'm particularly interested in supporting people who feel stuck, disconnected from themselves, or are seeking greater clarity and fulfilment in their lives. I have experience supporting adolescents and adults across a range of settings, including crisis support and addiction counselling, where I've supported people experiencing trauma, adversity, disconnection and complex life challenges.
Many of my clients are adults managing full lives: demanding careers, primary responsibility for a young family, adjusting to a new home in Australia, or simply the quiet build-up of stress that comes with holding everything together. They come to me experiencing anxiety, low mood, burnout, ADHD, or overwhelm that has grown difficult to manage alone, often after trying to push through it for some time. I help clients get clear on what is really driving their distress and build a plan that fits their specific circumstances, rather than a generic approach.
Many of my clients are adults managing full lives: demanding careers, primary responsibility for a young family, adjusting to a new home in Australia, or simply the quiet build-up of stress that comes with holding everything together. They come to me experiencing anxiety, low mood, burnout, ADHD, or overwhelm that has grown difficult to manage alone, often after trying to push through it for some time. I help clients get clear on what is really driving their distress and build a plan that fits their specific circumstances, rather than a generic approach.
I work with adults experiencing the effects of trauma, anxiety, relational difficulties, and life stress, many of whom feel stuck in patterns they do not fully understand. Clients often seek therapy when past experiences, childhood wounds, or recent trauma begin impacting their relationships, sense of self, or daily functioning. I provide a neuroaffirming, trauma-informed space to help clients understand the origins of their difficulties, strengthen coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults experiencing the effects of trauma, anxiety, relational difficulties, and life stress, many of whom feel stuck in patterns they do not fully understand. Clients often seek therapy when past experiences, childhood wounds, or recent trauma begin impacting their relationships, sense of self, or daily functioning. I provide a neuroaffirming, trauma-informed space to help clients understand the origins of their difficulties, strengthen coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Whether you want to learn strategies to regain mental health; regulate intense emotions; navigate life's complexities and relationships; manage stress or simply maintain optimal wellbeing and balance, I take a compassionate, collaborative and client-centred approach in employing evidence based treatment relevant to the uniqueness of the client. Working with adolescents and adults from a predominantly DBT-informed lens, I encourage people to take an active role in devising treatment goals and firmly believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I strive to consistently embody non-judgment and flexibility in all that I do.
Whether you want to learn strategies to regain mental health; regulate intense emotions; navigate life's complexities and relationships; manage stress or simply maintain optimal wellbeing and balance, I take a compassionate, collaborative and client-centred approach in employing evidence based treatment relevant to the uniqueness of the client. Working with adolescents and adults from a predominantly DBT-informed lens, I encourage people to take an active role in devising treatment goals and firmly believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I strive to consistently embody non-judgment and flexibility in all that I do.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults. I believe that working collaboratively and honouring clients' knowledge and experience are keys for change. I also have more than 20 years of experience in cognitive, educational and behavioural assessment of young people and adults.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults. I believe that working collaboratively and honouring clients' knowledge and experience are keys for change. I also have more than 20 years of experience in cognitive, educational and behavioural assessment of young people and adults.
If it feels like your nervous system and personal history is running the show, triggering your reactions and hijacking your responses, you’ve come to the right place.
Work with me to master your personal alarm system and build healthier ways of self-regulating and responding.
We'll look across your lifespan to understand how patterns developed, then focus on the change you deserve.
- Learn to cultivate time out of fight, flight and freeze
- Learn the art of healthy boundaries
- Learn to support your nervous system and communicate clearly.
Ready to stop reacting and start responding?
If it feels like your nervous system and personal history is running the show, triggering your reactions and hijacking your responses, you’ve come to the right place.
Work with me to master your personal alarm system and build healthier ways of self-regulating and responding.
We'll look across your lifespan to understand how patterns developed, then focus on the change you deserve.
- Learn to cultivate time out of fight, flight and freeze
- Learn the art of healthy boundaries
- Learn to support your nervous system and communicate clearly.
Ready to stop reacting and start responding?
I am an experienced specialised psychodynamic psychotherapist providing a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space to talk, for individuals and couples. I am there to listen to you with empathy and to help you think about your feelings, however difficult they may be. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including
depression/low mood/anger
anxiety/panic,
difficulties with relationships,
perfectionism/low self-esteem,
self-destructive behaviour,
loneliness/social anxiety,
insecure attachment
work-related problems,
difficult family relationships,
fertility, pregnancy and parenthood.
I am an experienced specialised psychodynamic psychotherapist providing a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space to talk, for individuals and couples. I am there to listen to you with empathy and to help you think about your feelings, however difficult they may be. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including
depression/low mood/anger
anxiety/panic,
difficulties with relationships,
perfectionism/low self-esteem,
self-destructive behaviour,
loneliness/social anxiety,
insecure attachment
work-related problems,
difficult family relationships,
fertility, pregnancy and parenthood.
I provide support to healthcare professionals, first responders, and adults experiencing trauma, chronic stress, and burnout. I also support women across the perinatal journey, from fertility challenges and pregnancy through to the transition to parenthood, including birth trauma, perinatal anxiety and perinatal depression.
The demands of caring for others, high-pressure work environments, traumatic experiences and major life transitions can impact wellbeing. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to help clients process their experiences, improve confidence and coping, and build strategies to manage stress.
I provide support to healthcare professionals, first responders, and adults experiencing trauma, chronic stress, and burnout. I also support women across the perinatal journey, from fertility challenges and pregnancy through to the transition to parenthood, including birth trauma, perinatal anxiety and perinatal depression.
The demands of caring for others, high-pressure work environments, traumatic experiences and major life transitions can impact wellbeing. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to help clients process their experiences, improve confidence and coping, and build strategies to manage stress.
Are you struggling with conflict and feeling distant from your partner? Are you constantly worried about life and what happens next? Or is it more about what happened today or yesterday? Are you overcome by a significant loss in your life? A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member? Or is life just so “blahhh” that it is a struggle to get through the day? All these situations and many others are a result of your most intimate and important relationship – the one you have with yourself!
Are you struggling with conflict and feeling distant from your partner? Are you constantly worried about life and what happens next? Or is it more about what happened today or yesterday? Are you overcome by a significant loss in your life? A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member? Or is life just so “blahhh” that it is a struggle to get through the day? All these situations and many others are a result of your most intimate and important relationship – the one you have with yourself!
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
Affirming, effective therapy for individuals and couples, tailored to your unique needs and with a special interest in ADHD. Therapy isn't a one size fits all. I take great care to deeply understand you and draw together the most effective methods to suit you. I bring deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of ADHD and can support your journey of self-understanding and growth.
Whether you're seeking deeper discovery, fresh insight, relief from distress, or a way to break free of old patterns, I can help you navigate the complexities of life and relationships to make meaningful change.
Kit Pope, Wild & Precious therapy
Affirming, effective therapy for individuals and couples, tailored to your unique needs and with a special interest in ADHD. Therapy isn't a one size fits all. I take great care to deeply understand you and draw together the most effective methods to suit you. I bring deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of ADHD and can support your journey of self-understanding and growth.
Whether you're seeking deeper discovery, fresh insight, relief from distress, or a way to break free of old patterns, I can help you navigate the complexities of life and relationships to make meaningful change.
Kit Pope, Wild & Precious therapy
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An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with over 20yrs of experience as a therapist, currently working in private practice. Workcover registered, offering Medicare rebates and in the EAP space, for employees and their families. Previous experience includes working for government, with victims of domestic violence and with families on child protection orders. I also have experience working in the community, with refugees, homelessness, youth, families and couples. My practice actively includes working with LGBTQIA+ communities. This has included but is not limited to: bullying/ discrimination, relationship and identity issues.
An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with over 20yrs of experience as a therapist, currently working in private practice. Workcover registered, offering Medicare rebates and in the EAP space, for employees and their families. Previous experience includes working for government, with victims of domestic violence and with families on child protection orders. I also have experience working in the community, with refugees, homelessness, youth, families and couples. My practice actively includes working with LGBTQIA+ communities. This has included but is not limited to: bullying/ discrimination, relationship and identity issues.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
I am a Counsellor in South Western Sydney. I have worked for many years as Child and Family Therapist. Working with individuals, couples and families with issues such as relationship breakdown, separation, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, self esteem, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In my practice I provide a safe and calming environment to help clients feel comfortable to work through their underlying issues that may feel overwhelming in the day to day life. With the use of techniques such as Imago Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Art and Walk and Talk Therapy I help clients feel more empowered in their life.
I am a Counsellor in South Western Sydney. I have worked for many years as Child and Family Therapist. Working with individuals, couples and families with issues such as relationship breakdown, separation, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, self esteem, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In my practice I provide a safe and calming environment to help clients feel comfortable to work through their underlying issues that may feel overwhelming in the day to day life. With the use of techniques such as Imago Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Art and Walk and Talk Therapy I help clients feel more empowered in their life.
As an experienced psychotherapist, I work with people navigating major life transitions. My therapeutic space is warm and compassionate allowing you to be curious and explore what matters to you. As a PACFA Reg. Clinical member I engage in supervision and professional development. All are essential for me to show up in practice and hold space. My side passions include: co-hosting the 'Mothers at Midnight Podcast' and facilitating 'Grief & Loss' groups.
As an experienced psychotherapist, I work with people navigating major life transitions. My therapeutic space is warm and compassionate allowing you to be curious and explore what matters to you. As a PACFA Reg. Clinical member I engage in supervision and professional development. All are essential for me to show up in practice and hold space. My side passions include: co-hosting the 'Mothers at Midnight Podcast' and facilitating 'Grief & Loss' groups.
I am a qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor. I offer deep therapeutic work with various experiences and struggles in adults from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
I hold a Master’s degree in Social Psychology as well as a Master’s in Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy. I am also educated in psychoanalysis and art therapy and am currently pursuing further studies in Jungian analysis. My education and experience give me valuable insight into human nature, enabling me to truly support people on their journey toward well-being.
I am a qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor. I offer deep therapeutic work with various experiences and struggles in adults from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
I hold a Master’s degree in Social Psychology as well as a Master’s in Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy. I am also educated in psychoanalysis and art therapy and am currently pursuing further studies in Jungian analysis. My education and experience give me valuable insight into human nature, enabling me to truly support people on their journey toward well-being.
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How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.