Counselling in Saint Leonards, NSW

From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.

Creating change takes commitment. My clients are adults (18+) who want to see changes in their lives and are ready to work together to make this happen. My approach is grounded in mindfulness, and I work collaboratively with clients to identify their issues and the therapeutic approach that best suits them. Clients who want to draw on their strengths to manage life's challenges and learn to be more self-compassionate are welcomed.

Emma is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to understand their current experiences and why they are seeking help. Emma is always keen to be guided by you as to how much we need to focus on the present and how much on the path that led you here.

I am an empathic and warm clinical psychologist registrar who aims to provide clients a safe non-judgemental space. I am passionate about providing clients holistic person-centred care to create meaningful change in their lives. I have experience working with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, behavioural issues, social anxiety, OCD and PTSD. I use a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I also have a special interest in selective mutism, and provide treatment at the Selective Mutism Clinic in St Leonards.

Sharadeh is a clinical psychologist who has extensive experience working for the health department in both inpatients and outpatients settings. She has worked in several tertiary hospitals. Sharadeh helps people develop skills to manage their emotional problems and deal with them in a healthy way. She believes therapy needs to be tailored to the needs of individual patients. Her goal in therapy is not only to alleviate symptoms but to aid people lead healthier lives. Sharadeh offers a safe comfortable space where you will feel heard, and able to discuss your difficulties.

Is your relationship going through some challenges? Maybe it's lack of intimacy, piled up resentment, constant arguments or negative communication patterns that are getting too much? Maybe it’s the parenting, in laws or being a new blended family with toxic co-parents at play. Or perhaps you’re single and navigating the dating scene. No matter what the cause of your turmoil is, if you feel talking to someone who would bring you more clarity on what to do next, I’d encourage you to book a 15 min phone consult to check how I can support you best. We can arrange individual or couple sessions, depending on your situation.

I consider myself to be a warm and compassionate psychologist who has completed her Masters in Psychology (Clinical). I place great importance on the development and maintenance of strong connections with clients, in order to promote a safe and supportive space to share in therapy.

You are infinitely more than your mind. If you’re wondering if there’s more to healing than just talking about problems, welcome to body-mind therapy. A somatic approach to growth and trauma satisfies our intuitive knowing and deep curiosity by actively tapping into the connection between mind and body to ease suffering, and build resilience. Through safe therapeutic relationship, loving presence, and gentle guidance to access our whole being, together we re-pattern unhelpful early imprints. When we invite all of ourselves to show up and heal in a safe space, our strength and capacity for joy expand.

Appointments available now! Taking new patients. I can help because we all lose our way at times. Forget who we are. Lose touch with what makes us strong and our life worthwhile. Perhaps it’s time to find yourself again. I am a qualified therapist, mental health trainer and crisis supporter. I will listen, support and guide you when you want. You decide how. You might like to meet at my Balmain or St Leonard's rooms, online, or at a beach or park near you.

Dr Indi Kaur is the Principal Psychologist of Amicus Counselling & Clinical Psychological Services. She holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, & has over fifteen years of experience in helping individuals with a wide range of issues. Indi has worked in a variety of settings, including private and public health services.

Mel is passionate about walking alongside and guiding people through their journey towards healing and wellbeing. She has had a long held interest in the effects that trauma has on the mind and body and has witnessed how embodied, mindful and compassion focused approaches lead to more deeply felt and lasting change. Mel is a registered Psychologist, Accredited Breathworks Mindfulness Teacher and EMDR Therapist, with over 10 years experience working in the mental health sector. Mel offers mindfulness-based approach to pain and stress management to support people to find more self compassion and kindness.

neurocare has an experienced multi-disciplinary team who provide compassionate personalised care for clients of all ages. Our psychologists combine evidence-based techniques with a supportive and warm approach to help you develop healthier patterns of thinking and behaviour that correspond with improved mood and better performance. Our dedicated support team will help to match you with a clinician that is best able to support you goals and needs.

I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, depression, chronic health issues, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration), PTSD, OCD, tics and Tourettes. I am passionate about helping individuals live a life worth living based on their values. Some populations I particularly enjoy working with include people of colour, gifted individuals, young women, and creatives. In addition to providing individual therapy, I have a keen interest in cognitive assessments to identify gifted abilities or learning disabilities.

I have a passion for counselling and psychotherapy and have been working with individuals and their loved ones over the past 20 years. My approach to therapy has primarily been from an existential and philosophical framework with influences drawn from Family Systems and early Attachment Styles developed in those systems with primary care givers. I believe it is important for my clients to experience safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship as a foundation to explore how past experiences and beliefs may be influencing one's current behaviours and contributing to negative issues in their present day relationships.

Couples Therapy & Coaching / Individuals Therapy & Coaching / Family Dispute Resolution Mediation (FDRP) & Divorce Coaching Services. With more than 25 years experience of living and working in Australia and abroad, Larissa understands that life and relationships are not always smooth. Whether you are wishing to improve your intimate relationship, seek individual support, parenting &/or financial FDR mediation services, or divorce coaching, please call to discuss how we can best assist you. You may also visit our website for further information.

Jess provides a safe, nurturing and respectful environment for each individual to explore their current challenges and gain insight into the background, maintenance and effect of these challenges. Jess holds the power of the client-therapist relationship in high regard and collaborates with her clients to reach their individual treatment goals and guide them towards living their best lives. Working from a holistic, strengths-based approach, Jess encourages each individual to utilise their strengths, build resilience and acquire practical skills to manage emotions, thoughts and actions.

As every parent knows, your child’s well-being and happiness are the most important things in the world. As the Principal Child Psychologist at Cadence Psychology, Elizabeth is best placed to help your child overcome life’s obstacles which may be getting in the way of them being at their best at school, home and with friends. Elizabeth is a warm and compassionate psychologist with over fifteen years experience supporting children and their families in a variety of education and other settings including primary schools.

I am passionate about supporting people to reclaim their lives and relationships from the effects of problems, such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues. I enjoy meeting with a diversity of people, who each bring their hopes and dreams about what is important in life. Many people want assistance to find their next steps.

With over a decade of experience working with people whose world has become severely impacted by problems arising from their use of drugs and alcohol, I have developed a deep appreciation of the struggles they face in attempting to bring about a sense of order in their lives and their relationships.