Chronic Pain Psychologists and Therapists in Queens Park, NSW

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Dr Marcelo Rodriguez
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Serves Area
Individuals who are navigating a complex modern world and are experiencing psychological disorders need care. Psychological treatment that is evidence-based and works can make a difference to people’s lives.
Individuals who are navigating a complex modern world and are experiencing psychological disorders need care. Psychological treatment that is evidence-based and works can make a difference to people’s lives.
(02) 9100 0834 View (02) 9100 0834
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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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The Inner Shine Clinic - Catherine Nyika
Counsellor, AASW
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Catherine. I believe our struggles aren't signs that we're broken—they're signs that our nervous system has been trying to protect us. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, self-doubt or painful relationship patterns, I'll help you understand the unconscious beliefs and protective strategies keeping you stuck. Through compassionate, evidence-informed therapy and nervous system healing, we'll gently create lasting change from the inside out, so you can stop surviving and start living from a place of self-trust and emotional freedom.
Hi, I'm Catherine. I believe our struggles aren't signs that we're broken—they're signs that our nervous system has been trying to protect us. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, self-doubt or painful relationship patterns, I'll help you understand the unconscious beliefs and protective strategies keeping you stuck. Through compassionate, evidence-informed therapy and nervous system healing, we'll gently create lasting change from the inside out, so you can stop surviving and start living from a place of self-trust and emotional freedom.
(02) 6189 2853 View (02) 6189 2853
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Gavin Surjadinata
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist located in Bondi, who believes in the importance of a grounded, calming and soothing space. I believe it is key to faciliating safety and trust in the therapy room.
I am a clinical psychologist located in Bondi, who believes in the importance of a grounded, calming and soothing space. I believe it is key to faciliating safety and trust in the therapy room.
(02) 9100 0866 View (02) 9100 0866
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Calum Johal
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
We all face challenges in life. Whether it be feeling emotionally down, or anxious, or within our close personal relationships or our career. I believe that most people in these situations have a sense that something isn't right for them, but feel stuck on what to do about it. "I'm not totally happy in my relationship, but I love this person and want to make it work", "I'm unhappy at work, but I don't know what steps I can take to change things". People want clarity, my job is to work with them to find it.
We all face challenges in life. Whether it be feeling emotionally down, or anxious, or within our close personal relationships or our career. I believe that most people in these situations have a sense that something isn't right for them, but feel stuck on what to do about it. "I'm not totally happy in my relationship, but I love this person and want to make it work", "I'm unhappy at work, but I don't know what steps I can take to change things". People want clarity, my job is to work with them to find it.
(02) 9100 0025 View (02) 9100 0025

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Nadia Rasheed
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I offer trauma-informed online therapy for stress, anxiety, and trauma. I understand how deeply these experiences can affect your sense of self and relationships. Together, we'll set meaningful wellness goals to help you regain control, find emotional freedom, and rebuild connection. My practice is a safe space where your experiences are honoured and your healing is supported with expertise and genuine care, so you can move forward with hope.
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I offer trauma-informed online therapy for stress, anxiety, and trauma. I understand how deeply these experiences can affect your sense of self and relationships. Together, we'll set meaningful wellness goals to help you regain control, find emotional freedom, and rebuild connection. My practice is a safe space where your experiences are honoured and your healing is supported with expertise and genuine care, so you can move forward with hope.
(08) 6244 2579 View (08) 6244 2579
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Bella Guilfoyle
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic pain, chronic illness, and significant life transitions, including pregnancy and postpartum.
Hello, and welcome. I offer integrative psychotherapy with a strong focus on eco-therapy, supporting clients through sessions held in natural outdoor environments as well as online. My work is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mind–body awareness and nervous system regulation. Being in nature can gently support feelings of safety, connection, and emotional balance, creating a different and often deeply calming therapeutic experience.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic pain, chronic illness, and significant life transitions, including pregnancy and postpartum.
Hello, and welcome. I offer integrative psychotherapy with a strong focus on eco-therapy, supporting clients through sessions held in natural outdoor environments as well as online. My work is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mind–body awareness and nervous system regulation. Being in nature can gently support feelings of safety, connection, and emotional balance, creating a different and often deeply calming therapeutic experience.
(07) 2100 4252 View (07) 2100 4252
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Rachel Pollard
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Kogarah, NSW 2217
Rachel is a Psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Rachel has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University, and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.
Rachel is a Psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Rachel has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University, and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.
(02) 8105 5795 View (02) 8105 5795
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Jennifer Fisher
Psychologist, MA, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
In addition to eating disorders, I enjoy working with people who are experiencing different types of anxiety and emotional distress, chronic pain and illness, relationship concerns, grief, loss and adjusting to life changes including parenthood.
I provide a warm and genuine approach aimed at connecting on an individual level to develop a therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioural approach, however am trained in dialectical behaviour therapy, schema therapy for eating disorders, motivational interviewing approaches, and family based therapy.
In addition to eating disorders, I enjoy working with people who are experiencing different types of anxiety and emotional distress, chronic pain and illness, relationship concerns, grief, loss and adjusting to life changes including parenthood.
I provide a warm and genuine approach aimed at connecting on an individual level to develop a therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioural approach, however am trained in dialectical behaviour therapy, schema therapy for eating disorders, motivational interviewing approaches, and family based therapy.
(02) 4214 8212 View (02) 4214 8212
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Coralie Ponsinet
Counsellor, ACA-L1
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents and adults who: • Have never been to therapy or have felt that previous therapy attempts did not work for them • Identify as womxn, LGBTIQ+ • Have experienced gender-based violence • Live with chronic pain and illness • Have migrated to Australia or Tasmania from overseas or interstate
I am an authentic and bubbly French-Australian human who made the decision to become a counsellor after my own lived experiences of mental and physical health struggles. Born in rural France, where none ever talked about mental health, I began my adult life as a high-achieving corporate professional who believed the only approach to life’s problems was to “get on with it” and just find a way to keep going. Until I realised this didn’t actually work effectively or wholeheartedly and discovered that mental health is a real, normal, valid part of being a human. I now walk the talk and value my physical, mental, emotional health.
I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents and adults who: • Have never been to therapy or have felt that previous therapy attempts did not work for them • Identify as womxn, LGBTIQ+ • Have experienced gender-based violence • Live with chronic pain and illness • Have migrated to Australia or Tasmania from overseas or interstate
I am an authentic and bubbly French-Australian human who made the decision to become a counsellor after my own lived experiences of mental and physical health struggles. Born in rural France, where none ever talked about mental health, I began my adult life as a high-achieving corporate professional who believed the only approach to life’s problems was to “get on with it” and just find a way to keep going. Until I realised this didn’t actually work effectively or wholeheartedly and discovered that mental health is a real, normal, valid part of being a human. I now walk the talk and value my physical, mental, emotional health.
(03) 7003 2464 View (03) 7003 2464
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Rebecca Bonfield
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Campbelltown, NSW 2560
Rebecca endeavours to create a warm, empathic and non-judgemental space. Rebecca understands the importance of safety, trust, and choice within the therapeutic relationship. She recognises the inherent wisdom and resources within each individual, especially those who have learnt to survive and cope through adverse experiences. She aims to work collaboratively to find adaptive and effective methods to meet current needs. Rebecca tailors her treatment approach to suit individual needs and preferences, and particularly enjoys working with adults who require longer-term support.
Rebecca endeavours to create a warm, empathic and non-judgemental space. Rebecca understands the importance of safety, trust, and choice within the therapeutic relationship. She recognises the inherent wisdom and resources within each individual, especially those who have learnt to survive and cope through adverse experiences. She aims to work collaboratively to find adaptive and effective methods to meet current needs. Rebecca tailors her treatment approach to suit individual needs and preferences, and particularly enjoys working with adults who require longer-term support.
(02) 4214 8015 View (02) 4214 8015
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Jacob Reid Mottram
Counsellor, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Rockdale, NSW 2216
I work with adults navigating ADHD, twice-exceptional profiles (high capability, inconsistent access), and chronic pain.
If you've spent years trying harder, organising better, and following advice that works for everyone except you — you're probably not the problem. The systems were. I'm Jacob, founder of T.H.E. Psyborg and a counsellor who has been navigating ADHD since I was a kid. I didn't build this practice from a textbook - I built it from the inside out, because I know what it's like to be capable and inconsistent, to have the insight without the follow-through, to understand exactly what needs doing and still not be able to start.
I work with adults navigating ADHD, twice-exceptional profiles (high capability, inconsistent access), and chronic pain.
If you've spent years trying harder, organising better, and following advice that works for everyone except you — you're probably not the problem. The systems were. I'm Jacob, founder of T.H.E. Psyborg and a counsellor who has been navigating ADHD since I was a kid. I didn't build this practice from a textbook - I built it from the inside out, because I know what it's like to be capable and inconsistent, to have the insight without the follow-through, to understand exactly what needs doing and still not be able to start.
(02) 9090 4279 View (02) 9090 4279
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Lynne Bousfield
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
My aim in offering clinical psychological treatment services is to help adults with understanding, managing and resolving their distress and confusion, whether from depression, anxiety, chronic health issues (including chronic pain), relationship difficulties, grief and loss, workplace injuries or adjusting to life stressors.
Psychological intervention can not only assist with mental health issues but can bring more focus and meaning to life, develop more self-understanding and a better relationship with ourselves and with others. We become more self-reliant using treatment interventions that include mindfulness practices and cognitive and behavioural strategies.
My aim in offering clinical psychological treatment services is to help adults with understanding, managing and resolving their distress and confusion, whether from depression, anxiety, chronic health issues (including chronic pain), relationship difficulties, grief and loss, workplace injuries or adjusting to life stressors.
Psychological intervention can not only assist with mental health issues but can bring more focus and meaning to life, develop more self-understanding and a better relationship with ourselves and with others. We become more self-reliant using treatment interventions that include mindfulness practices and cognitive and behavioural strategies.
0408 426 732 View 0408 426 732
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Karen Grant
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
You may be worried about the future, experiencing chronic pain, or troubled by a difficult relationship.
Using proven therapies and a kind, practical approach, I can help you understand and overcome barriers to enjoying life. You can expect from me: To be heard completely and without judgement; To gain insight and understanding; To be supported with empathy and connection; and, To experience positive change.
You may be worried about the future, experiencing chronic pain, or troubled by a difficult relationship.
Using proven therapies and a kind, practical approach, I can help you understand and overcome barriers to enjoying life. You can expect from me: To be heard completely and without judgement; To gain insight and understanding; To be supported with empathy and connection; and, To experience positive change.
(03) 6144 6106 View (03) 6144 6106
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Prathiba Subramaniam
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Healing is a personal journey. Working for 20yrs, has guided me to know that the responsibility I carry as a therapist is to listen to your experience of pain and work collaboratively with you in recovery pathways where you feel your mind, your body and your spirit is getting stronger.
Healing is a personal journey. Working for 20yrs, has guided me to know that the responsibility I carry as a therapist is to listen to your experience of pain and work collaboratively with you in recovery pathways where you feel your mind, your body and your spirit is getting stronger.
(02) 5950 6940 View (02) 5950 6940
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Dr Arthur Stabolidis: The Psychology Suite
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Online Only
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions.
Endorsed by The Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist and board approved supervisor, I completed my training through The University of Melbourne and conducted clinical research through The Royal Women’s Hospital.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions.
Endorsed by The Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist and board approved supervisor, I completed my training through The University of Melbourne and conducted clinical research through The Royal Women’s Hospital.
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Nicole Varigos
Psychologist, MPsych
Online Only
Nicole is a psychologist based on the Gold Coast. Nicole is an empathic practitioner who has a passion for working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, persistent pain and chronic health conditions. She also enjoys working with high functioning clients who are seeking assistance to optimize their mental health and improve stress management. Based in Queensland and offering psychological intervention via telehealth video-conferencing with current availability.
Nicole is a psychologist based on the Gold Coast. Nicole is an empathic practitioner who has a passion for working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, persistent pain and chronic health conditions. She also enjoys working with high functioning clients who are seeking assistance to optimize their mental health and improve stress management. Based in Queensland and offering psychological intervention via telehealth video-conferencing with current availability.
(08) 9930 2085 View (08) 9930 2085
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Thryve Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Zetland, NSW 2017
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
(08) 7008 9405 View (08) 7008 9405
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Tracey Callaghan
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
Many of my clients come to me when stuck in a cycle of chronic pain and overwhelm due to standardised medical treatments not meeting their needs.
I am trained in Imaginal Exposure Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) which supports emotional distress, addiction, and PTSD symptoms. I use an integrative approach to these frameworks particularly in mapping our childhood experiences and current inner experiencing to understand the issues we face now.
Many of my clients come to me when stuck in a cycle of chronic pain and overwhelm due to standardised medical treatments not meeting their needs.
I am trained in Imaginal Exposure Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) which supports emotional distress, addiction, and PTSD symptoms. I use an integrative approach to these frameworks particularly in mapping our childhood experiences and current inner experiencing to understand the issues we face now.
(02) 8403 2270 View (02) 8403 2270
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Hugh Churchward
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Are you struggling with feeling of shame, not being good enough, feel anxious or are uncomfortable around intimacy? Do you feel as though people just don't get you or that no-one is listening to what you are REALLY saying? Are you struggling with the impact of childhood experiences that - no matter what you do - just don't seem to go away? Then psychotherapy can help. With the right person and the right guidance it is possible to navigate through these issues and start to feel as though you are able to engage with life in a meaningful way again. I work together with you to discover that meaning and find a better place in the world.
Are you struggling with feeling of shame, not being good enough, feel anxious or are uncomfortable around intimacy? Do you feel as though people just don't get you or that no-one is listening to what you are REALLY saying? Are you struggling with the impact of childhood experiences that - no matter what you do - just don't seem to go away? Then psychotherapy can help. With the right person and the right guidance it is possible to navigate through these issues and start to feel as though you are able to engage with life in a meaningful way again. I work together with you to discover that meaning and find a better place in the world.
(02) 9158 6795 View (02) 9158 6795
Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.

Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.

How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.