Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Rutherford, NSW
Anxiety and depression, social isolation, relationship issues, grief and loss, weight issues, pain and illness.
I have rooms in East Maitland offering face to face appointments. I also offer telephone and zoom counselling appointments. I see clients throughout the Hunter Valley Region of New South Wales. My approach to therapy is generally person-centred, unique to the client, guiding and supporting clients to create positive change in their life.
Anxiety and depression, social isolation, relationship issues, grief and loss, weight issues, pain and illness.
I have rooms in East Maitland offering face to face appointments. I also offer telephone and zoom counselling appointments. I see clients throughout the Hunter Valley Region of New South Wales. My approach to therapy is generally person-centred, unique to the client, guiding and supporting clients to create positive change in their life.
I'm a registered psychologist with a grounded, compassionate, and down-to-earth approach. I meet clients where they’re at - with empathy, curiosity, and care - offering evidence-based, and tailored support.
I'm passionate about helping people heal from complex trauma and reconnect with their authentic core. My work draws on EMDR, polyvagal and psychodynamic theory, as well as parts work. When it suits the client, I can also incorporate nature and horses into the process for deeper insight and growth.
I'm a registered psychologist with a grounded, compassionate, and down-to-earth approach. I meet clients where they’re at - with empathy, curiosity, and care - offering evidence-based, and tailored support.
I'm passionate about helping people heal from complex trauma and reconnect with their authentic core. My work draws on EMDR, polyvagal and psychodynamic theory, as well as parts work. When it suits the client, I can also incorporate nature and horses into the process for deeper insight and growth.
People who feel stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected in relationships, or unsure how to move forward often come to see me. You might notice you overthink, shut down, react quickly, or feel not quite like yourself. Many clients are navigating the impact of past experiences, even if they wouldn’t call it trauma. Couples often feel caught in the same arguments or distance and want to understand what’s happening underneath and find a different way forward.
People who feel stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected in relationships, or unsure how to move forward often come to see me. You might notice you overthink, shut down, react quickly, or feel not quite like yourself. Many clients are navigating the impact of past experiences, even if they wouldn’t call it trauma. Couples often feel caught in the same arguments or distance and want to understand what’s happening underneath and find a different way forward.
Clients may want some support in their lives or someone to talk to; they may be curious about their potential for neurodivergance for themselves or their children. I'm always willing to be someone that helps you to help yourself on your journey.
Clients may want some support in their lives or someone to talk to; they may be curious about their potential for neurodivergance for themselves or their children. I'm always willing to be someone that helps you to help yourself on your journey.
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You’re worried & overwhelmed that your life is out of control and off track.
Do you want to reach out but can’t find the right time, place or privacy to access the help you need? I offer online after-hours remote telehealth evidence-based counselling, & adult ADHD assessment, diagnosis & treatment, from a place you feel most comfortable.
You’re worried & overwhelmed that your life is out of control and off track.
Do you want to reach out but can’t find the right time, place or privacy to access the help you need? I offer online after-hours remote telehealth evidence-based counselling, & adult ADHD assessment, diagnosis & treatment, from a place you feel most comfortable.
I have worked extensively in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, & with managing the difficulties experienced by adults with ADHD & common co-occurring conditions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 22 years of experience in supporting & enhancing the mental health & wellbeing of adults. I work alongside individuals with an empathic, non-judgemental, open & genuine approach. I support each person to navigate & overcome problems, & find the best way forward to achieve their desired therapy outcomes.
Your therapy plan is tailored to your individual needs, thus relevant psychological interventions optimise your therapy experience & benefits. We work together towards the positive changes, healing & growth you are seeking so you can experience an enriched, more fulfilling life.
I have worked extensively in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, & with managing the difficulties experienced by adults with ADHD & common co-occurring conditions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 22 years of experience in supporting & enhancing the mental health & wellbeing of adults. I work alongside individuals with an empathic, non-judgemental, open & genuine approach. I support each person to navigate & overcome problems, & find the best way forward to achieve their desired therapy outcomes.
Your therapy plan is tailored to your individual needs, thus relevant psychological interventions optimise your therapy experience & benefits. We work together towards the positive changes, healing & growth you are seeking so you can experience an enriched, more fulfilling life.
I am a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who supports adults — often professionals and parents — feeling pulled in every direction by stress, anxiety, burnout or perfectionism.
Using trauma-informed, neuro-affirming approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR, I help you make sense of your experiences and build strategies that fit your life. Together, we reduce overwhelm, strengthen coping skills and create balance, resilience and well-being at home, work and in relationships — helping you feel steadier and more in charge of your life.
I am a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who supports adults — often professionals and parents — feeling pulled in every direction by stress, anxiety, burnout or perfectionism.
Using trauma-informed, neuro-affirming approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR, I help you make sense of your experiences and build strategies that fit your life. Together, we reduce overwhelm, strengthen coping skills and create balance, resilience and well-being at home, work and in relationships — helping you feel steadier and more in charge of your life.
I recognises that everybody needs some extra support when facing the challenges and difficulties that life presents us with at times. A warm, encouraging and supportive environment helps my clients achieve their treatment goals. I have experience with varied client groups and work at individually tailoring support and treatment to best suit the unique needs of each client.
I recognises that everybody needs some extra support when facing the challenges and difficulties that life presents us with at times. A warm, encouraging and supportive environment helps my clients achieve their treatment goals. I have experience with varied client groups and work at individually tailoring support and treatment to best suit the unique needs of each client.
My commitment is to work alongside you to create a safe, non-judgmental space to help faciliate, unfold and navigate our conscious and unconscious behavious and patterns. I am here to be present with you, and to recognise that healing and transformation is not measured by external ideas of 'fixing'. Therapy is a progressive process. It's individual and meaningful. Your outcomes are supported by your willingness to stay with what your experiencing, to deepen with compassion and to integrate your mind, emotions and body into a sense of being whole so that you can have a deeper relationship with yourself.
My commitment is to work alongside you to create a safe, non-judgmental space to help faciliate, unfold and navigate our conscious and unconscious behavious and patterns. I am here to be present with you, and to recognise that healing and transformation is not measured by external ideas of 'fixing'. Therapy is a progressive process. It's individual and meaningful. Your outcomes are supported by your willingness to stay with what your experiencing, to deepen with compassion and to integrate your mind, emotions and body into a sense of being whole so that you can have a deeper relationship with yourself.
I offer online counselling Australia-wide, providing warm, practical support for anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we focus on practical ways to manage emotions, build confidence, and navigate challenges so life feels more manageable again. With over 20 years working in education, I bring a deep understanding of children, young people, and families. I have experience supporting ADHD, autism, and young people who have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances. I also support parents who feel unsure how to help their child or teenager, offering practical guidance and reassurance.
I offer online counselling Australia-wide, providing warm, practical support for anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. Together, we focus on practical ways to manage emotions, build confidence, and navigate challenges so life feels more manageable again. With over 20 years working in education, I bring a deep understanding of children, young people, and families. I have experience supporting ADHD, autism, and young people who have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances. I also support parents who feel unsure how to help their child or teenager, offering practical guidance and reassurance.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a strong focus on stress, anxiety, and nervous system regulation.
Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a gentle, evidence-based intervention that uses specially filtered music to support nervous system regulation. It can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and support a greater sense of calm and connection.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a strong focus on stress, anxiety, and nervous system regulation.
Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a gentle, evidence-based intervention that uses specially filtered music to support nervous system regulation. It can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and support a greater sense of calm and connection.
I am passionate about supporting people through stress, depression, anxiety, grief, burnout and trauma.
My therapeutic approach is informed by a variety of evidence based therapeutic models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and EMDR. I value building a therapeutic connection where we can collaborate, merging my clinical expertise with your goals.
I am passionate about supporting people through stress, depression, anxiety, grief, burnout and trauma.
My therapeutic approach is informed by a variety of evidence based therapeutic models including Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and EMDR. I value building a therapeutic connection where we can collaborate, merging my clinical expertise with your goals.
I work with adults and teenagers with a wide range of presenting problems, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-focused approaches, along with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy. I am a registered provider for Medicare, SIRA (Workcover NSW), and for SDRO Work and Development Orders (WDOs).
I work with adults and teenagers with a wide range of presenting problems, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-focused approaches, along with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy. I am a registered provider for Medicare, SIRA (Workcover NSW), and for SDRO Work and Development Orders (WDOs).
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed?
As an experienced and compassionate counsellor, having worked in the counselling and people-helping sectors for over 15 years, I have established a broad understanding of working with issues such anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, emotional distress, self-confidence, shame, guilt, grief and loss, addictions, and personal and relationship issues.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed?
As an experienced and compassionate counsellor, having worked in the counselling and people-helping sectors for over 15 years, I have established a broad understanding of working with issues such anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, emotional distress, self-confidence, shame, guilt, grief and loss, addictions, and personal and relationship issues.
I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.
I provide a warm, non-judgemental and emotion-focused approach when working with clients. I utilise a range of therapeutic frameworks, and tailor my approach depending upon your preferences, needs or goals. I most often use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy.
I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.
I provide a warm, non-judgemental and emotion-focused approach when working with clients. I utilise a range of therapeutic frameworks, and tailor my approach depending upon your preferences, needs or goals. I most often use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy.
Hi I am Maria Waris Nawaz, My ideal client is someone navigating emotional overwhelm, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or identity confusion.
I offer a warm, collaborative space where evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed therapy meet real-life challenges. I tailor therapy to your needs, helping you build insight, emotional resilience, and stronger relationships either in-person or via Telehealth.
I also do Adult & Child Cognitive Assessments.
Hi I am Maria Waris Nawaz, My ideal client is someone navigating emotional overwhelm, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or identity confusion.
I offer a warm, collaborative space where evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed therapy meet real-life challenges. I tailor therapy to your needs, helping you build insight, emotional resilience, and stronger relationships either in-person or via Telehealth.
I also do Adult & Child Cognitive Assessments.
As a fellow human, I deeply understand that pain and suffering, although normal, can be exquisitely hard. I provide a safe space for you to explore the struggles in your life and how your backstory affects you today. Together we can discover and establish the story you want to lead going forward; one in which you can be at rest and flourish.
As a fellow human, I deeply understand that pain and suffering, although normal, can be exquisitely hard. I provide a safe space for you to explore the struggles in your life and how your backstory affects you today. Together we can discover and establish the story you want to lead going forward; one in which you can be at rest and flourish.
Many of my clients come to me during periods of stress, anxiety, anger, grief (including pet loss), or when they're at a crossroads and need a steady place to think.
I offer clear, practical online counselling for adults and teens who feel overwhelmed, stuck in their heads, or dealing with grief or big life decisions. Clients choose me because I’m calm, straightforward, and help them make sense of what’s going on without judgement or jargon. My approach is down-to-earth and focused on clarity: we slow things down, look at what’s actually happening, and untangle the thoughts and emotions that feel confusing or heavy.
Many of my clients come to me during periods of stress, anxiety, anger, grief (including pet loss), or when they're at a crossroads and need a steady place to think.
I offer clear, practical online counselling for adults and teens who feel overwhelmed, stuck in their heads, or dealing with grief or big life decisions. Clients choose me because I’m calm, straightforward, and help them make sense of what’s going on without judgement or jargon. My approach is down-to-earth and focused on clarity: we slow things down, look at what’s actually happening, and untangle the thoughts and emotions that feel confusing or heavy.
This includes providing ADHD and autism assessments, as well as therapeutic support for anxiety, low mood, stress, and difficulty adjusting to life changes.
I use evidence-based therapies tailored to each client’s needs, including CBT, CBT-i, ACT, DBT, ERP, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My flexible, collaborative approach blends practical strategies with compassion and understanding. I aim to create a safe, supportive space to manage anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and build healthy coping skills.
This includes providing ADHD and autism assessments, as well as therapeutic support for anxiety, low mood, stress, and difficulty adjusting to life changes.
I use evidence-based therapies tailored to each client’s needs, including CBT, CBT-i, ACT, DBT, ERP, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My flexible, collaborative approach blends practical strategies with compassion and understanding. I aim to create a safe, supportive space to manage anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and build healthy coping skills.
I support adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, overthinking, emotional intensity, and patterns that feel difficult to shift.
I’m a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, currently completing my clinical endorsement and Co-Founder of Seen Psychology.
Seen was created from a simple belief: mental health support shouldn’t feel clinical, intimidating, or stigmatised — it should feel like something you just… do.
I work with adolescents and adults navigating relationships, neurodiversity, trauma, complex interpersonal dynamics, and self-discovery.
My approach integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, attachment-informed work, and trauma-informed care. Sessions are collaborative, down-to-earth, & focused on helping you.
I support adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, overthinking, emotional intensity, and patterns that feel difficult to shift.
I’m a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, currently completing my clinical endorsement and Co-Founder of Seen Psychology.
Seen was created from a simple belief: mental health support shouldn’t feel clinical, intimidating, or stigmatised — it should feel like something you just… do.
I work with adolescents and adults navigating relationships, neurodiversity, trauma, complex interpersonal dynamics, and self-discovery.
My approach integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, attachment-informed work, and trauma-informed care. Sessions are collaborative, down-to-earth, & focused on helping you.
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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.