Trauma Focused Counselling in Ryde, NSW

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Open Sky Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Ryde, NSW 2112
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression and/or relationship difficulties, or suffer from more complex problems, we have a team of psychologists and relationship counsellors available to work with you and honour your individual circumstances. Our aim is to help you identify your most authentic inner values, and find a way to live from them more and more each day.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression and/or relationship difficulties, or suffer from more complex problems, we have a team of psychologists and relationship counsellors available to work with you and honour your individual circumstances. Our aim is to help you identify your most authentic inner values, and find a way to live from them more and more each day.
(02) 9158 6314 View (02) 9158 6314
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Vishmi De Silva
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Ryde, NSW 2112
I work with adults, couples and children who are struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. Many struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or relationship patterns rooted in childhood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore your story, understand your patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self.
I work with adults, couples and children who are struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. Many struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or relationship patterns rooted in childhood. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore your story, understand your patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self.
(02) 7804 4768 View (02) 7804 4768
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RelateWell Health
Social Worker
Ryde, NSW 2112
If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to support your child, you're not alone—parenting is hard. Whether you're navigating anxiety, emotional outbursts, school refusal, or trauma, I can help! I'm Magda, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and child/adolescent therapist of RelateWell Health. I support families facing challenges- depression, low self-esteem, life transitions and more. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and grounded in evidence-based care. If your aim is to get to the heart of what’s driving emotional and behavioural patterns, and to support open, compassionate communication, I'm here.
If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to support your child, you're not alone—parenting is hard. Whether you're navigating anxiety, emotional outbursts, school refusal, or trauma, I can help! I'm Magda, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and child/adolescent therapist of RelateWell Health. I support families facing challenges- depression, low self-esteem, life transitions and more. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and grounded in evidence-based care. If your aim is to get to the heart of what’s driving emotional and behavioural patterns, and to support open, compassionate communication, I'm here.
(02) 7804 4236 View (02) 7804 4236
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Helen Ly
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe that mental health is the foundation for wellbeing. Seeking help is a vital step toward living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through building strong rapport with my clients, fostering a collaborative relationship to support them in achieving their unique goals all in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment- Recovery, Healing and Thriving is made possible, overcoming life’s challenges and concerns. Using a person-centred approach, I integrate therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, to help you explore, understand and navigate your journey.
I believe that mental health is the foundation for wellbeing. Seeking help is a vital step toward living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through building strong rapport with my clients, fostering a collaborative relationship to support them in achieving their unique goals all in a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment- Recovery, Healing and Thriving is made possible, overcoming life’s challenges and concerns. Using a person-centred approach, I integrate therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, to help you explore, understand and navigate your journey.
(02) 7804 4815 View (02) 7804 4815
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Rucita Govender
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
If you are someone who is feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, or transitions in your personal or professional life, I am here to support you, You may seek a safe and non-judgmental space to express your thoughts and feelings, and you need guidance in navigating your emotions and gaining clarity on your goals. By working together, I aim to empower you to discover your strengths, develop coping strategies, and achieve a greater sense of balance.
If you are someone who is feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, or transitions in your personal or professional life, I am here to support you, You may seek a safe and non-judgmental space to express your thoughts and feelings, and you need guidance in navigating your emotions and gaining clarity on your goals. By working together, I aim to empower you to discover your strengths, develop coping strategies, and achieve a greater sense of balance.
(02) 8403 2348 View (02) 8403 2348
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Treacy Devlin
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an AuDHD woman and I provide neuro-affirming counselling and guidance to support autistic and/or ADHD adults (including self-diagnosed or questioning) to take control of their mental health and well-being. I assist in finding ways to balance the daily stressors that neurodivergent people may face while living in a society that is quite often inaccessible and overwhelming. I provide psychoeducation and help to strengthen the understanding of what it means to be autistic, have ADHD, or both; especially for those who are late to diagnosis.
I am an AuDHD woman and I provide neuro-affirming counselling and guidance to support autistic and/or ADHD adults (including self-diagnosed or questioning) to take control of their mental health and well-being. I assist in finding ways to balance the daily stressors that neurodivergent people may face while living in a society that is quite often inaccessible and overwhelming. I provide psychoeducation and help to strengthen the understanding of what it means to be autistic, have ADHD, or both; especially for those who are late to diagnosis.
0422 743 696 View 0422 743 696
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Ray Wondal
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling and don't know how to get back to your authentic self, you are not alone. From a young age, this authentic self needs to be taken care of. If we grow up without this care, as adults we may feel flat and unmotivated, we may find it difficult to make friends, we may struggle to understand and process our emotions, and we may forget to take care of ourselves because we feel unimportant. I provide a space for you to express the grief and suffering that comes from not receiving such care. Over time, I hope you can learn that you are greater than your suffering.
If you are struggling and don't know how to get back to your authentic self, you are not alone. From a young age, this authentic self needs to be taken care of. If we grow up without this care, as adults we may feel flat and unmotivated, we may find it difficult to make friends, we may struggle to understand and process our emotions, and we may forget to take care of ourselves because we feel unimportant. I provide a space for you to express the grief and suffering that comes from not receiving such care. Over time, I hope you can learn that you are greater than your suffering.
(02) 8403 2405 View (02) 8403 2405
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Miriam Chan
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you stuck in how you feel and would love to learn how to get out of the cycle? Are you prepared to learn some new skills to change how you feel? It can be scary to reach out and give counselling a go but I am here and can help. You will learn skills to create better connections with others, cope better with future stress and challenges, and feel more confident in managing your mental health and wellbeing.
Are you stuck in how you feel and would love to learn how to get out of the cycle? Are you prepared to learn some new skills to change how you feel? It can be scary to reach out and give counselling a go but I am here and can help. You will learn skills to create better connections with others, cope better with future stress and challenges, and feel more confident in managing your mental health and wellbeing.
(02) 9538 7715 View (02) 9538 7715
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Grace Foo
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
Are you in constant conflict with your partner? Do you find yourself disconnecting from each other over time? Relationship issues like conflicts are an integral part of a relationship. However, there is a good chance that the toxicity in the relationship has deeply wounded both. The needs of each other are ignored and arguments become less on the important issues as both are too emotionally detached to care anymore.
(02) 9538 7874 View (02) 9538 7874
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Exclusive Wellbeing
Psychologist, MPsych, MACPA
Serves Area
Support for Life’s Challenges At Exclusive Wellbeing in Parramatta, therapy is about you—your life, your story, and the changes you want to see. No concern is ever too small to bring into the room. You are welcome to come exactly as you are, and together we’ll explore what matters most to you. Our psychologists and psychotherapists offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. We’ll help you make sense of your experiences, uncover personal insights, and find practical ways forward—whether that means easing the weight of trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or coping with stress from work, study, family
Support for Life’s Challenges At Exclusive Wellbeing in Parramatta, therapy is about you—your life, your story, and the changes you want to see. No concern is ever too small to bring into the room. You are welcome to come exactly as you are, and together we’ll explore what matters most to you. Our psychologists and psychotherapists offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. We’ll help you make sense of your experiences, uncover personal insights, and find practical ways forward—whether that means easing the weight of trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or coping with stress from work, study, family
(02) 7804 4925 View (02) 7804 4925
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Lauren Nicholls (Nee Bourke)
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Whether you want to learn strategies to regain mental health; regulate intense emotions; navigate life's complexities and relationships; manage stress or simply maintain optimal wellbeing and balance, I take a compassionate, collaborative and client-centred approach in employing evidence based treatment relevant to the uniqueness of the client. Working with adolescents and adults from a predominantly DBT-informed lens, I encourage people to take an active role in devising treatment goals and firmly believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I strive to consistently embody non-judgment and flexibility in all that I do.
Whether you want to learn strategies to regain mental health; regulate intense emotions; navigate life's complexities and relationships; manage stress or simply maintain optimal wellbeing and balance, I take a compassionate, collaborative and client-centred approach in employing evidence based treatment relevant to the uniqueness of the client. Working with adolescents and adults from a predominantly DBT-informed lens, I encourage people to take an active role in devising treatment goals and firmly believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I strive to consistently embody non-judgment and flexibility in all that I do.
(02) 8403 2137 View (02) 8403 2137
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iflow Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Confidential, advanced psychological counselling services. Invest in your psychological well-being and optimise your quality of life. Address issues in your life, grow and succeed. The first step, calling, is the hardest. We make the rest easy. Contact us and we will guide you the rest of the way. No obligation.
Confidential, advanced psychological counselling services. Invest in your psychological well-being and optimise your quality of life. Address issues in your life, grow and succeed. The first step, calling, is the hardest. We make the rest easy. Contact us and we will guide you the rest of the way. No obligation.
(02) 8766 0541 View (02) 8766 0541
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Enette Clarette
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help people work through trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I am passionate about facilitating a safe place where clients can be free to explore their issues, gain strength and discover hope.
I help people work through trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I am passionate about facilitating a safe place where clients can be free to explore their issues, gain strength and discover hope.
(02) 7804 4936 View (02) 7804 4936
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Srishti Yadav
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Srishti is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist, who is passionate about delivering the best care to her clients. She works alongside you to first understand your goals and then tailors therapy to meet your needs. Srishti has a background in clinical research, which combined with her postgraduate training, informs her evidence-based approach to therapy.
Srishti is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist, who is passionate about delivering the best care to her clients. She works alongside you to first understand your goals and then tailors therapy to meet your needs. Srishti has a background in clinical research, which combined with her postgraduate training, informs her evidence-based approach to therapy.
(02) 7804 4398 View (02) 7804 4398
Li (Sherry) Xue
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Online Only
Are you looking for someone who will assist you when life does not go as you expected? Maybe you are looking for some understanding of what is going on, or some counselling tools to help you? Maybe you just need someone to be a listener for you? 当人生不如所愿的时候, 你是否在寻找一个愿意协助你的心理咨询师?或许你在寻求一种对现状的理解,或者一些能够帮助到你的心理咨询方法?或许你只是需要一个愿意倾听你的心理咨询师?
Are you looking for someone who will assist you when life does not go as you expected? Maybe you are looking for some understanding of what is going on, or some counselling tools to help you? Maybe you just need someone to be a listener for you? 当人生不如所愿的时候, 你是否在寻找一个愿意协助你的心理咨询师?或许你在寻求一种对现状的理解,或者一些能够帮助到你的心理咨询方法?或许你只是需要一个愿意倾听你的心理咨询师?
(02) 7804 4005 View (02) 7804 4005
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Shorough Khafaji
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Emphasising a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, Shorough is particularly passionate about assisting people affected by trauma, resulting in anxiety and dysregulation. This approach if both helpful for clients who know they are affected by trauma as well as clients who are not aware that trauma is affecting them. With a solid foundation in social science and psychology, she tailors her interventions to meet each client's unique needs, understanding the connection between trauma and behaviour.
Emphasising a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, Shorough is particularly passionate about assisting people affected by trauma, resulting in anxiety and dysregulation. This approach if both helpful for clients who know they are affected by trauma as well as clients who are not aware that trauma is affecting them. With a solid foundation in social science and psychology, she tailors her interventions to meet each client's unique needs, understanding the connection between trauma and behaviour.
(02) 7804 4032 View (02) 7804 4032
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Shannon Grassby
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I primarily work with neurodivergent children, adolescents and their families to support them to understand their unique strengths and differences, to understand the challenges they are facing and to work collaboratively together to build skills, an understanding of themselves and to achieve their goals. I also support neurodivergent adults and families to understand themselves and their parenting. I believe in building strong rapport with my clients through my open, relaxed, down-to-earth and playful approach and ensuring that above all, my clients feel safe.
I primarily work with neurodivergent children, adolescents and their families to support them to understand their unique strengths and differences, to understand the challenges they are facing and to work collaboratively together to build skills, an understanding of themselves and to achieve their goals. I also support neurodivergent adults and families to understand themselves and their parenting. I believe in building strong rapport with my clients through my open, relaxed, down-to-earth and playful approach and ensuring that above all, my clients feel safe.
(02) 8503 8031 View (02) 8503 8031
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Circle of Life Psychology Practice
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Seeking help from a psychologist could be overwhelming and stressful. It may be seen as a sign of weakness or suggest that there is something wrong with the person. My professional aim is to assist the person seeking help in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic manner, in a therapeutic space where personal issues are viewed as opportunities to discover personal strengths, to foster personal growth and improve quality of life. I am deeply committed to empower individuals in overcoming the social stigma associated with mental health issues and I value each person’s uniqueness during their engagement in mental health recovery.
Seeking help from a psychologist could be overwhelming and stressful. It may be seen as a sign of weakness or suggest that there is something wrong with the person. My professional aim is to assist the person seeking help in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic manner, in a therapeutic space where personal issues are viewed as opportunities to discover personal strengths, to foster personal growth and improve quality of life. I am deeply committed to empower individuals in overcoming the social stigma associated with mental health issues and I value each person’s uniqueness during their engagement in mental health recovery.
(02) 9100 0819 View (02) 9100 0819
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Sulosh Schuttinga
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with people who are experiencing transitions in their lives. These might be parenting, going through menopause, becoming empty nesters, experiencing divorce or separation and more. These transitions can cause so many painful emotions, create a sense of doubt about ourselves and impact on the relationships in our lives. I will work with you understand these and together we will find ways to manage these more effectively.
I work with people who are experiencing transitions in their lives. These might be parenting, going through menopause, becoming empty nesters, experiencing divorce or separation and more. These transitions can cause so many painful emotions, create a sense of doubt about ourselves and impact on the relationships in our lives. I will work with you understand these and together we will find ways to manage these more effectively.
(02) 8403 1366 View (02) 8403 1366
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Peter Huang
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Peter understands messiness of life and how perfectly imperfect we as humans are. He believes that there is always beauty, strength and hope to be found in every circumstance. Peter’s ethos when it comes to counselling is to journey with you; helping you to process the hurt and trauma, celebrate the wins, grieve the losses, rediscover who you are, engaging in desired behavioural changes for a more meaningful and fulfilled life and lastly the discovery priceless gems on the way.
Peter understands messiness of life and how perfectly imperfect we as humans are. He believes that there is always beauty, strength and hope to be found in every circumstance. Peter’s ethos when it comes to counselling is to journey with you; helping you to process the hurt and trauma, celebrate the wins, grieve the losses, rediscover who you are, engaging in desired behavioural changes for a more meaningful and fulfilled life and lastly the discovery priceless gems on the way.
(02) 7804 4861 View (02) 7804 4861