Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in Richmond-Tweed, NSW

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Catherine Stokoe
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Mullumbimby, NSW 2482
I am a qualified, skilled and highly experienced therapist with over 20 years in practice. My approach is warm, compassionate and effective. I am committed to working in collaboration with you to develop an individualised and specifically tailored course of therapy that works. I offer short term counselling to target specific issues, and longer term therapy to identify, explore, and resolve the deeper underlying patterns and drivers of distress. I will help you understand yourself better, gain the skills you need to stay well and happy, and move towards living a life of choice, freedom and peace.
I am a qualified, skilled and highly experienced therapist with over 20 years in practice. My approach is warm, compassionate and effective. I am committed to working in collaboration with you to develop an individualised and specifically tailored course of therapy that works. I offer short term counselling to target specific issues, and longer term therapy to identify, explore, and resolve the deeper underlying patterns and drivers of distress. I will help you understand yourself better, gain the skills you need to stay well and happy, and move towards living a life of choice, freedom and peace.
(02) 5603 4216 View (02) 5603 4216
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Jemima Holmes
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Billinudgel, NSW 2483
My ideal client is someone who is reflective and open to exploring the deeper layers of their experience. They may be navigating challenges such as anxiety, neurodivergence, or past trauma, but they are also seeking more than symptom relief—they want to reconnect with meaning, purpose, and joy. They are curious, engaged in their personal growth, and ready to foster a greater sense of fulfillment and authenticity in their lives.
My ideal client is someone who is reflective and open to exploring the deeper layers of their experience. They may be navigating challenges such as anxiety, neurodivergence, or past trauma, but they are also seeking more than symptom relief—they want to reconnect with meaning, purpose, and joy. They are curious, engaged in their personal growth, and ready to foster a greater sense of fulfillment and authenticity in their lives.
(02) 5602 8112 View (02) 5602 8112
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Vika Shvachkina
Psychologist, MA, MAPS
Ocean Shores, NSW 2483
I work with individuals experiencing an array of mental health issues including life transitions, loss and grief and the impact of childhood traumas to name a few. I use a trauma informed approach and I aim to create a safe and inspiring space to facilitate healing of the heart and mind. I see my role as helping people to find their way in overcoming obstacles and creating ‘a life worth living’ in a respectful, non-judgemental and compassionate manner.
I work with individuals experiencing an array of mental health issues including life transitions, loss and grief and the impact of childhood traumas to name a few. I use a trauma informed approach and I aim to create a safe and inspiring space to facilitate healing of the heart and mind. I see my role as helping people to find their way in overcoming obstacles and creating ‘a life worth living’ in a respectful, non-judgemental and compassionate manner.
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Skye E Hudson Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. With a background in Gestalt therapy and a personal understanding of AUDHD and complex trauma, I offer compassionate, creative support for sensitive souls, neurodivergent adults, overwhelmed parents, and anyone navigating life transitions or self-doubt.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. With a background in Gestalt therapy and a personal understanding of AUDHD and complex trauma, I offer compassionate, creative support for sensitive souls, neurodivergent adults, overwhelmed parents, and anyone navigating life transitions or self-doubt.
(02) 5604 8849 View (02) 5604 8849
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Anna Mavay
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Brunswick Heads, NSW 2483
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, eating disorders, hopelessness, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness, disease and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, eating disorders, hopelessness, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness, disease and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
(02) 5603 6198 View (02) 5603 6198
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Bella Vishali Therapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of disconnection, self-doubt, or anxiety? You may be navigating a major life transition, struggling with relationships, or searching for deeper meaning and self-awareness. Perhaps you're longing for greater intimacy, emotional resilience, or healing from past wounds but aren’t sure how to move forward. Whether you're an individual exploring identity and self-worth or a couple seeking better communication and trust, you deserve a space where your experiences are truly seen and understood. I have a particular passion for supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and those experiencing relationship challenges.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of disconnection, self-doubt, or anxiety? You may be navigating a major life transition, struggling with relationships, or searching for deeper meaning and self-awareness. Perhaps you're longing for greater intimacy, emotional resilience, or healing from past wounds but aren’t sure how to move forward. Whether you're an individual exploring identity and self-worth or a couple seeking better communication and trust, you deserve a space where your experiences are truly seen and understood. I have a particular passion for supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and those experiencing relationship challenges.
(02) 5657 0525 View (02) 5657 0525
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Emmalene Wells
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, on a wide range of challenges across the lifespan. I have extensive knowledge in providing interventions for young people and their families to support their mental health. I also see huge value in supporting Parents from the perinatal period all across their parenting journey. I’m skilled in diagnostic assessment and work collaboratively with your treating team toward achieving your health goals. I am a psychology board of Australia, approved supervisor and I am available to provide professional supervision to individuals and groups.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, on a wide range of challenges across the lifespan. I have extensive knowledge in providing interventions for young people and their families to support their mental health. I also see huge value in supporting Parents from the perinatal period all across their parenting journey. I’m skilled in diagnostic assessment and work collaboratively with your treating team toward achieving your health goals. I am a psychology board of Australia, approved supervisor and I am available to provide professional supervision to individuals and groups.
(02) 5662 0097 View (02) 5662 0097
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Nikki Foord
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Byron Bay, NSW 2481
My integrative approach is designed for those who know there’s more available to them. Creating greater clarity, fulfilment and aligned success, but feel something unseen is holding them back. This bridges mindset mastery, emotional regulation, behavioural evolution, and somatic intelligence to create lasting transformation from the inside out. Whether you’re building a career, nurturing relationships, navigating health challenges, or striving toward personal growth, this work helps you dissolve internal barriers, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with your true potential.
My integrative approach is designed for those who know there’s more available to them. Creating greater clarity, fulfilment and aligned success, but feel something unseen is holding them back. This bridges mindset mastery, emotional regulation, behavioural evolution, and somatic intelligence to create lasting transformation from the inside out. Whether you’re building a career, nurturing relationships, navigating health challenges, or striving toward personal growth, this work helps you dissolve internal barriers, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with your true potential.
(02) 5563 2720 View (02) 5563 2720
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Michael Vaccaro
Psychotherapist, PACFA
6 Endorsed
Mullumbimby, NSW 2482
Hi I’m Mike. I am a men’s coach, relationship therapist, mindfulness facilitator, blogger and a podcaster. I live a stone’s throw from the beach with my family and when I’m not in the playground, I love composing music and swimming in the river at Brunswick Heads.
Hi I’m Mike. I am a men’s coach, relationship therapist, mindfulness facilitator, blogger and a podcaster. I live a stone’s throw from the beach with my family and when I’m not in the playground, I love composing music and swimming in the river at Brunswick Heads.
(02) 5604 0624 View (02) 5604 0624
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Luke Mahon
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Mullumbimby, NSW 2482
I’m a clinically registered psychotherapist and counsellor with nearly a decade of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges. I specialise in couples and relationship therapy, drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and somatic approaches to support deeper connection and lasting change. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and person-centred, focused on creating a compassionate space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to build more authentic and satisfying relationships.
I’m a clinically registered psychotherapist and counsellor with nearly a decade of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges. I specialise in couples and relationship therapy, drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and somatic approaches to support deeper connection and lasting change. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and person-centred, focused on creating a compassionate space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to build more authentic and satisfying relationships.
(02) 8074 5828 View (02) 8074 5828
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Uri Bookman
Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Burringbar, NSW 2483
You know what it’s like to feel “almost there” in life—growing personally, nurturing relationships, and learning healing tools—yet the same stuck patterns resurface. Maybe it’s in your partnership, self-confidence, or even how you respond under stress. You’re longing for depth, clarity, and a way forward—not just temporary fixes. That’s where trauma-informed therapeutic coaching helps. I work with emotionally curious individuals and couples who seek lasting change, without jargon or overwhelm. Together, we’ll compassionately navigate old patterns, rebuild connection, and chart a path to emotional resilience & relational fulfilment.
You know what it’s like to feel “almost there” in life—growing personally, nurturing relationships, and learning healing tools—yet the same stuck patterns resurface. Maybe it’s in your partnership, self-confidence, or even how you respond under stress. You’re longing for depth, clarity, and a way forward—not just temporary fixes. That’s where trauma-informed therapeutic coaching helps. I work with emotionally curious individuals and couples who seek lasting change, without jargon or overwhelm. Together, we’ll compassionately navigate old patterns, rebuild connection, and chart a path to emotional resilience & relational fulfilment.
(02) 5604 6607 View (02) 5604 6607
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Ben Bramston
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Pottsville, NSW 2489
As a psychologist, I have the privilege of working with you to identify and heal the core issues driving the behaviour causing you pain. It gives me great joy to meet people who are eager to know themselves better and awaken their spiritual essence. When Life is going wrong, I believe life isn’t just happening to you; it’s happening for you to heal parts of self that are caught in a negative emotional cycle.
As a psychologist, I have the privilege of working with you to identify and heal the core issues driving the behaviour causing you pain. It gives me great joy to meet people who are eager to know themselves better and awaken their spiritual essence. When Life is going wrong, I believe life isn’t just happening to you; it’s happening for you to heal parts of self that are caught in a negative emotional cycle.
(02) 5657 0965 View (02) 5657 0965
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Counselling Focus
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Kingscliff, NSW 2487
As a highly skilled and compassionate counsellor with years of experience in helping individuals heal from trauma, I bring a unique and empathetic approach to my practice. I am deeply committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for my clients to feel heard, validated, and empowered on their journey towards healing and recovery. Over the years. I have worked with diverse populations, including survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and relationship difficulties. My diverse background and extensive training have honed my skills in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
As a highly skilled and compassionate counsellor with years of experience in helping individuals heal from trauma, I bring a unique and empathetic approach to my practice. I am deeply committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for my clients to feel heard, validated, and empowered on their journey towards healing and recovery. Over the years. I have worked with diverse populations, including survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and relationship difficulties. My diverse background and extensive training have honed my skills in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
(02) 5661 6829 View (02) 5661 6829
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Byron Bay Equine Therapy & Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA Prov
1 Endorsed
Fernleigh, NSW 2479
We are a team of nature-loving psychologists and clinical psychologists, with a special focus on supporting children, teens, families, and adults with trauma, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and NDIS support. We offer sessions from our peaceful 80 acre farm-based clinic, where clients enjoy our office, creek, walking trails, horses, and wildlife. This is a perfect clinic for those who struggle to thrive in traditional, clinical environments. Please visit our website for more information: www.byronbayequinetherapy.com.au, or call us today.
We are a team of nature-loving psychologists and clinical psychologists, with a special focus on supporting children, teens, families, and adults with trauma, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and NDIS support. We offer sessions from our peaceful 80 acre farm-based clinic, where clients enjoy our office, creek, walking trails, horses, and wildlife. This is a perfect clinic for those who struggle to thrive in traditional, clinical environments. Please visit our website for more information: www.byronbayequinetherapy.com.au, or call us today.
(02) 5661 6940 View (02) 5661 6940
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Gretta Bottomley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Billinudgel, NSW 2483
I specialise in combining EMDR and Schema Therapy in an intensive format. This approach is suitable for most people and is particularly beneficial for people who are looking to get fast symptom relief from PTSD, complex PTSD related to adverse childhood experiences, phobias, anxiety, complex grief, and depression. With this model you can expect to achieve more than you would in conventional therapy, so it is more time and cost effective. We get really specific about your goals and stay targeted on moving though the 8 phases of EMDR processing, thereby doing deep lasting work so you can move forward.
I specialise in combining EMDR and Schema Therapy in an intensive format. This approach is suitable for most people and is particularly beneficial for people who are looking to get fast symptom relief from PTSD, complex PTSD related to adverse childhood experiences, phobias, anxiety, complex grief, and depression. With this model you can expect to achieve more than you would in conventional therapy, so it is more time and cost effective. We get really specific about your goals and stay targeted on moving though the 8 phases of EMDR processing, thereby doing deep lasting work so you can move forward.
(02) 5605 0934 View (02) 5605 0934
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Giovanna Dalle Rive Carli
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Ballina, NSW 2478
I deeply believes in people’s innate ability to overcome their difficulties and heal. I am genuinely dedicated to supporting clients to reach their potential and live a truly fulfilling life by addressing the underlying issues and obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. I bring genuine care, warmth, and a supportive environment for clients to express their concerns.
I deeply believes in people’s innate ability to overcome their difficulties and heal. I am genuinely dedicated to supporting clients to reach their potential and live a truly fulfilling life by addressing the underlying issues and obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. I bring genuine care, warmth, and a supportive environment for clients to express their concerns.
(02) 5655 3572 View (02) 5655 3572
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Hania Gorski
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with individuals, couples and families on their relationships - addressing challenges in some stages of the relationship, communication issues, relational crisis/trauma, or other complex matters (neurodiversity, psychosexual issues, parenting). I help my clients improve communication and connections with others, identify obstacles, remove them, and support relational and personal growth.
I work with individuals, couples and families on their relationships - addressing challenges in some stages of the relationship, communication issues, relational crisis/trauma, or other complex matters (neurodiversity, psychosexual issues, parenting). I help my clients improve communication and connections with others, identify obstacles, remove them, and support relational and personal growth.
(02) 5661 8004 View (02) 5661 8004
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Justin Doran Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Ballina, NSW 2478
Waitlist for new clients
I use cognitive and behavioural, and attachment-based interventions, delivered with care and compassion to help individuals and families.
Life rarely follows a straight line. It can be overwhelming, messy and empty. Sometimes we just feel stuck, not knowing what to do. The ways we try to cope - like cutting off from things or people we value - often make us feel more sad or worried. I work with young people, adults and families to develop new perspectives, learn strategies to cope and build meaningful lives.
I use cognitive and behavioural, and attachment-based interventions, delivered with care and compassion to help individuals and families.
Life rarely follows a straight line. It can be overwhelming, messy and empty. Sometimes we just feel stuck, not knowing what to do. The ways we try to cope - like cutting off from things or people we value - often make us feel more sad or worried. I work with young people, adults and families to develop new perspectives, learn strategies to cope and build meaningful lives.
(02) 5605 2537 View (02) 5605 2537
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Lisa Moore
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Casuarina, NSW 2487
I want you to know that you are not alone. The desires we share — to love and be loved, to embrace self-acceptance, and to feel in control of our lives — may seem straightforward, yet the journey to achieving them is often complex. I am here to support you, whether you're facing a small hurdle, a major crisis, or seeking the courage to embark on something new. I will consider it a privilege to be your guide and counsellor, offering a safe haven characterised by compassion, non-judgment, and strict confidentiality. Together, we can explore your challenges, navigate the complexities, and work towards creating the life you desire.
I want you to know that you are not alone. The desires we share — to love and be loved, to embrace self-acceptance, and to feel in control of our lives — may seem straightforward, yet the journey to achieving them is often complex. I am here to support you, whether you're facing a small hurdle, a major crisis, or seeking the courage to embark on something new. I will consider it a privilege to be your guide and counsellor, offering a safe haven characterised by compassion, non-judgment, and strict confidentiality. Together, we can explore your challenges, navigate the complexities, and work towards creating the life you desire.
(02) 5604 9260 View (02) 5604 9260
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Gerry Bronn
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Byron Bay, NSW 2481
When life gets overwhelming, the right support changes everything. I offer warm, holistic psychology for chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma/loss, health issues, ADHD, chronic pain, existential and spiritual crises, low self-worth, eating concerns, relationship issues, and attachment and bonding issues for parents and families. Whatever you're carrying — whether it's one thing or many — you deserve support that is tailored to you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. I bring genuine curiosity, warmth, and clinical depth to every session, and I'd love to support you. In-person in Byron Bay, and online.
When life gets overwhelming, the right support changes everything. I offer warm, holistic psychology for chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma/loss, health issues, ADHD, chronic pain, existential and spiritual crises, low self-worth, eating concerns, relationship issues, and attachment and bonding issues for parents and families. Whatever you're carrying — whether it's one thing or many — you deserve support that is tailored to you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. I bring genuine curiosity, warmth, and clinical depth to every session, and I'd love to support you. In-person in Byron Bay, and online.
(03) 4152 7995 View (03) 4152 7995

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