Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in Queens Park, NSW

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Lauren Evans Counselling & Consulting
Counsellor, AMHSW
Serves Area
I am an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor who specialises in working with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, and loss. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space in which to explore the challenges that have brought you to counselling. Together, we will work to understand your experiences, build practical tools for coping, and help you to move forward.
I am an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor who specialises in working with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, and loss. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space in which to explore the challenges that have brought you to counselling. Together, we will work to understand your experiences, build practical tools for coping, and help you to move forward.
0402 441 397 View 0402 441 397
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Rochelle Oshlack
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently not accepting new clients. Please contact me to join the waitlist. I am a therapist and counsellor for couples, families and individuals. I am dedicated to creating an open and supportive environment to safely explore your experiences, increase your awareness, and work toward meaningful long-term change and optimum functioning. I recognise the diversity inherent in gender, sexuality, relationships, language and culture. Neurodiversity is recognised, incorporated and respected in my therapeutic approach. I acknowledge there is no one size fits all, quick fix approach to everyone.
I am currently not accepting new clients. Please contact me to join the waitlist. I am a therapist and counsellor for couples, families and individuals. I am dedicated to creating an open and supportive environment to safely explore your experiences, increase your awareness, and work toward meaningful long-term change and optimum functioning. I recognise the diversity inherent in gender, sexuality, relationships, language and culture. Neurodiversity is recognised, incorporated and respected in my therapeutic approach. I acknowledge there is no one size fits all, quick fix approach to everyone.
(02) 9100 0142 View (02) 9100 0142
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Maria (Mimi) Van Wyk
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I bring maturity and life experience to my therapeutic work, and see clients from a diverse range of backgrounds and ages. I see clients for anxiety, depression, anger, emotion regulation issues, relationship and family issues, social issues, etc.
I bring maturity and life experience to my therapeutic work, and see clients from a diverse range of backgrounds and ages. I see clients for anxiety, depression, anger, emotion regulation issues, relationship and family issues, social issues, etc.
(02) 5302 8341 View (02) 5302 8341
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Jennifer Nurick
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help people to make sense of their challenges, find courage for life, and connect with who/what matters to them. In clinical terms, I treat a wide variety of presentations. I help individuals and couples heal from insecure attachment and childhood trauma to foster more secure attachment internally and with those you love. I provide effective, collaborative therapeutic support to identify problems and address individual needs in a safe, non-judgmental space to assist you in achieving your mental health and life goals.
I help people to make sense of their challenges, find courage for life, and connect with who/what matters to them. In clinical terms, I treat a wide variety of presentations. I help individuals and couples heal from insecure attachment and childhood trauma to foster more secure attachment internally and with those you love. I provide effective, collaborative therapeutic support to identify problems and address individual needs in a safe, non-judgmental space to assist you in achieving your mental health and life goals.
(02) 8074 5452 View (02) 8074 5452

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Jo French Morales
Social Worker, AMHSW
Hornsby, NSW 2077
I have 20 years experience providing therapeutic counselling for children, young people, families and adults. I hold a particular interest in supporting people who have experienced traumatic events, helping them navigate the effects of this and move towards healing. One of the primary modalities I utilise to do this is Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I have 20 years experience providing therapeutic counselling for children, young people, families and adults. I hold a particular interest in supporting people who have experienced traumatic events, helping them navigate the effects of this and move towards healing. One of the primary modalities I utilise to do this is Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
(02) 8403 0626 View (02) 8403 0626
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Atia Burian Tani
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Glebe, NSW 2037
I bring four decades of experience in psychotherapy, counselling and art. I work with individuals, couples, and family members who seek to change their relationships with themselves and others. I aim to open possibilities to people who have little hope for change, struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms, feeling overwhelmed and lost. This is often accompanied by counterproductive soothing behaviours such as substance use, addiction to gambling, gaming, sex, or screen use. Further, some clients may stay in relationships that deepen their belief that they cannot become the agents of their own lives.
I bring four decades of experience in psychotherapy, counselling and art. I work with individuals, couples, and family members who seek to change their relationships with themselves and others. I aim to open possibilities to people who have little hope for change, struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms, feeling overwhelmed and lost. This is often accompanied by counterproductive soothing behaviours such as substance use, addiction to gambling, gaming, sex, or screen use. Further, some clients may stay in relationships that deepen their belief that they cannot become the agents of their own lives.
(02) 6189 2979 View (02) 6189 2979
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Brittany Kelly
Counsellor
Online Only
As a Social Worker and Counsellor with additional training in Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY-F), I work with the whole person — body, mind, and spirit. My work is trauma-informed, relational and strength based, adapting therapy modalities to suit each client’s needs.
As a Social Worker and Counsellor with additional training in Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY-F), I work with the whole person — body, mind, and spirit. My work is trauma-informed, relational and strength based, adapting therapy modalities to suit each client’s needs.
(02) 7804 4979 View (02) 7804 4979
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Claire Hurwitz
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
As a Clinical Psychologist, I strive to create a space where my clients feel safe, supported, and able to speak freely without fear of judgement. I would describe myself as warm, empathic, and understanding with a passion for providing client-centered care. I have experience working with individuals across the life-span experiencing various mental health difficulties in a variety of clinical settings, including private practice, in-patient hospital, schools, and university clinics. I currently work with young adults, and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I strive to create a space where my clients feel safe, supported, and able to speak freely without fear of judgement. I would describe myself as warm, empathic, and understanding with a passion for providing client-centered care. I have experience working with individuals across the life-span experiencing various mental health difficulties in a variety of clinical settings, including private practice, in-patient hospital, schools, and university clinics. I currently work with young adults, and adults.
(02) 9538 7061 View (02) 9538 7061
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Katherine Gambell
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
(02) 8294 9321 View (02) 8294 9321
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HERE4U Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Collaroy Plateau, NSW 2097
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
(02) 8403 1338 View (02) 8403 1338
Payal Parmar
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Please use email for any inquiries, including booking an appointment. While I am passionate about helping my clients with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and low self esteem, I also have a special interest in treating difficulties related to recent and past trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex PTSD, recurring nightmares, dissociation, adult survivors of childhood neglect and abuse, and long term unhelpful patterns of relationship and/or behaviour.
Please use email for any inquiries, including booking an appointment. While I am passionate about helping my clients with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and low self esteem, I also have a special interest in treating difficulties related to recent and past trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex PTSD, recurring nightmares, dissociation, adult survivors of childhood neglect and abuse, and long term unhelpful patterns of relationship and/or behaviour.
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Alex Dunwoodie
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Annandale, NSW 2038
I am a Psychotherapist and Counsellor committed to create a safe and nurturing space for clients to explore their strengths, develop coping strategies, and enhance their self-awareness. I provide support for a wide range of mental health concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting and personal growth.
I am a Psychotherapist and Counsellor committed to create a safe and nurturing space for clients to explore their strengths, develop coping strategies, and enhance their self-awareness. I provide support for a wide range of mental health concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting and personal growth.
(02) 8000 0822 View (02) 8000 0822
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Bronwyn Anderson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Bronwyn Anderson Psychology provide quality supervision services to provisional psychologists, psychologists, social workers, counsellors & other allied health professionals in a safe, kind & respectful environment. I also provide psychology services to clients via video conferencing or phone Australia wide and accept the following referral types: Medicare, Workcover, NDIS, Private fee paying and EAP clients. I do not offer bulk billing. My areas of interest include: Birth trauma, pre and post natal period, sports psychology, Work related trauma including bullying, harassment and psychosocial hazards, Depression and anxiety.
Bronwyn Anderson Psychology provide quality supervision services to provisional psychologists, psychologists, social workers, counsellors & other allied health professionals in a safe, kind & respectful environment. I also provide psychology services to clients via video conferencing or phone Australia wide and accept the following referral types: Medicare, Workcover, NDIS, Private fee paying and EAP clients. I do not offer bulk billing. My areas of interest include: Birth trauma, pre and post natal period, sports psychology, Work related trauma including bullying, harassment and psychosocial hazards, Depression and anxiety.
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John Chalmers
Psychologist, PsychD, MACPA
Sydney, NSW 2000
Dr John Chalmers is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA). Over the course of his training and career he has worked in a range of clinical settings, including community and hospital-based mental health services in the public and private sector in Sydney, as well as nearly a decade of clinical experience in private practice. John provides assessment and treatment for a range of issues including (but not exclusively) mood, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, stress management, and exi
Dr John Chalmers is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA). Over the course of his training and career he has worked in a range of clinical settings, including community and hospital-based mental health services in the public and private sector in Sydney, as well as nearly a decade of clinical experience in private practice. John provides assessment and treatment for a range of issues including (but not exclusively) mood, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, stress management, and exi
(02) 9100 0209 View (02) 9100 0209
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Dennis Kaip
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck, burnt out, or overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, or trauma. Maybe you’ve been carrying things for too long, and it’s starting to feel like too much. For over two decades, I’ve supported young people and adults across the world through similar experiences as well as other mental health difficulties, disability, and complex life circumstances, in community, hospital, and justice settings. My therapeutic approach is centred on you, grounded in acceptance and without judgment. Together, we’ll explore your strengths and build your expertise in your own life by discovering what truly works.
You might be feeling stuck, burnt out, or overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, or trauma. Maybe you’ve been carrying things for too long, and it’s starting to feel like too much. For over two decades, I’ve supported young people and adults across the world through similar experiences as well as other mental health difficulties, disability, and complex life circumstances, in community, hospital, and justice settings. My therapeutic approach is centred on you, grounded in acceptance and without judgment. Together, we’ll explore your strengths and build your expertise in your own life by discovering what truly works.
(02) 4306 7694 View (02) 4306 7694
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Isabel Alfonso
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086
I am a compassionate and dedicated Psychologist and Focusing-Oriented Therapist. I work with adults and adolescents (14+) experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, body image concerns, difficulties with emotion regulation, and trauma. My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs and preferences. I offer practical strategies to help you cope better from the start, while reaching deeper to the root cause of your issues to promote lasting change.
I am a compassionate and dedicated Psychologist and Focusing-Oriented Therapist. I work with adults and adolescents (14+) experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, body image concerns, difficulties with emotion regulation, and trauma. My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs and preferences. I offer practical strategies to help you cope better from the start, while reaching deeper to the root cause of your issues to promote lasting change.
(02) 8403 2981 View (02) 8403 2981
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Xuan Tan - Clin Psych - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Clinical Psychologist Xuan (pronounced "Shan") Tan provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
Clinical Psychologist Xuan (pronounced "Shan") Tan provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
(03) 7003 2350 View (03) 7003 2350
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Belinda Hill
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Becoming a parent, or hoping to become one, can be both exciting and overwhelming, and sometimes an experience of loss and disappointment. Even when there are happy moments, it’s normal to also feel uncertain, stretched, or like some things are out of your control. Many parents/parents-to-be, feel pressure to look like they have it all together, while privately struggling with sleep disruption, anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship changes, or a sense of losing themselves.
Becoming a parent, or hoping to become one, can be both exciting and overwhelming, and sometimes an experience of loss and disappointment. Even when there are happy moments, it’s normal to also feel uncertain, stretched, or like some things are out of your control. Many parents/parents-to-be, feel pressure to look like they have it all together, while privately struggling with sleep disruption, anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship changes, or a sense of losing themselves.
(02) 5950 5200 View (02) 5950 5200
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Georgia Ashworth
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Kogarah, NSW 2217
Georgia is a psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. She has a genuine and empathetic therapeutic style, committed to providing a non-judgemental space to achieve therapeutic goals through evidence-based psychological therapy. Georgia is a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who completed her Masters of Clinical Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), as well as previous studies in psychology at Macquarie University (MQ) and the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). She has an interest in public health, having completed research on gambling and drug addictions.
Georgia is a psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. She has a genuine and empathetic therapeutic style, committed to providing a non-judgemental space to achieve therapeutic goals through evidence-based psychological therapy. Georgia is a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who completed her Masters of Clinical Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), as well as previous studies in psychology at Macquarie University (MQ) and the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). She has an interest in public health, having completed research on gambling and drug addictions.
(02) 8105 5765 View (02) 8105 5765
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Pamela Rita Verrender
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Sydney, NSW 2000
Pam is a registered psychologist, social worker, family and couples therapist. Pam has extensive experience in a broad range of mental health problems including depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, adjustment difficulties, ASD, ADHD, grief and loss, relationship issues, perinatal mental health and fertility issues. Pam will provide a thorough assessment of the presenting issues and work collaboratively with you to devise a comprehensive treatment plan. She sees clients for face-to-face sessions as well as Telehealth sessions (Zoom video-conferencing.). GP or specialist referral is required for the Medicare rebate.
Pam is a registered psychologist, social worker, family and couples therapist. Pam has extensive experience in a broad range of mental health problems including depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, adjustment difficulties, ASD, ADHD, grief and loss, relationship issues, perinatal mental health and fertility issues. Pam will provide a thorough assessment of the presenting issues and work collaboratively with you to devise a comprehensive treatment plan. She sees clients for face-to-face sessions as well as Telehealth sessions (Zoom video-conferencing.). GP or specialist referral is required for the Medicare rebate.
(02) 9159 6732 View (02) 9159 6732
Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.