Art Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Surry Hills, NSW
30+ yrs experience providing support for neurodivergent adults identifying as Autistic, ADHD or living with Tourettes through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, Australia-wide via Zoom. Clients may self-identify or have a diagnosis, be looking to build personal capacity, manage stress, and develop supportive relationships. They may also experience other disabling conditions related to their neurodivergence. Supporting individuals & relationships, queer folk, and disabled clients. Poly, Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) & Relationship Anarchy (RA) relationship styles welcome. Queer & Trans affirming.
30+ yrs experience providing support for neurodivergent adults identifying as Autistic, ADHD or living with Tourettes through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, Australia-wide via Zoom. Clients may self-identify or have a diagnosis, be looking to build personal capacity, manage stress, and develop supportive relationships. They may also experience other disabling conditions related to their neurodivergence. Supporting individuals & relationships, queer folk, and disabled clients. Poly, Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) & Relationship Anarchy (RA) relationship styles welcome. Queer & Trans affirming.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by the weight of old wounds, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or unsure how to manage intense emotions, loss, relationships, or parts of yourself that seem in conflict. You may be navigating recovery, life's transitions, questioning your identity, living with ADHD, or trying to make sense of complex trauma. More than anything, you want to feel more connected—to yourself, to others, and to a life that feels meaningful and grounded.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by the weight of old wounds, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or unsure how to manage intense emotions, loss, relationships, or parts of yourself that seem in conflict. You may be navigating recovery, life's transitions, questioning your identity, living with ADHD, or trying to make sense of complex trauma. More than anything, you want to feel more connected—to yourself, to others, and to a life that feels meaningful and grounded.
Many people appear to be coping on the outside while privately feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally exhausted. They may be living with the effects of trauma, navigating a toxic workplace, struggling with financial stress, questioning their career direction, or feeling stuck in patterns they can't seem to change. Over time, anxiety, self-doubt, burnout, relationship difficulties and a loss of confidence can begin to affect every area of life. I provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can slow down, feel heard and begin to make sense of what you're experiencing.
Many people appear to be coping on the outside while privately feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally exhausted. They may be living with the effects of trauma, navigating a toxic workplace, struggling with financial stress, questioning their career direction, or feeling stuck in patterns they can't seem to change. Over time, anxiety, self-doubt, burnout, relationship difficulties and a loss of confidence can begin to affect every area of life. I provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can slow down, feel heard and begin to make sense of what you're experiencing.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? You could be feeling depressed, maybe you suffer from anxiety. You might feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Sadness. Anger. Confusion. Sometimes they all mix together into one big negative feeling that threatens to overtake you. Or, maybe you just feel numb–you go about your life… like you are living in a daze not knowing what you feel or what you want. Maybe you feel simply just not good enough.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? You could be feeling depressed, maybe you suffer from anxiety. You might feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Sadness. Anger. Confusion. Sometimes they all mix together into one big negative feeling that threatens to overtake you. Or, maybe you just feel numb–you go about your life… like you are living in a daze not knowing what you feel or what you want. Maybe you feel simply just not good enough.
Weekends and after hours sessions now available – Hey there! I’m so glad you found me here. My name is Megan Buys and I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I am the founder of Finding Space: a therapy practice which blends both creative and empowering modalities for those seeking guidance, excitement, and deep care, where I see adults, teenagers/adolescents, couples, and therapists seeking support. I have completed a Master of Counselling, with registration through PACFA. I am also a PhD candidate, a writer, an academic, a university teacher, a yogi, a tea-drinker, and an ocean-lover.
Weekends and after hours sessions now available – Hey there! I’m so glad you found me here. My name is Megan Buys and I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I am the founder of Finding Space: a therapy practice which blends both creative and empowering modalities for those seeking guidance, excitement, and deep care, where I see adults, teenagers/adolescents, couples, and therapists seeking support. I have completed a Master of Counselling, with registration through PACFA. I am also a PhD candidate, a writer, an academic, a university teacher, a yogi, a tea-drinker, and an ocean-lover.
I bring four decades of experience in psychotherapy, counselling and art.
I use a range of evidence-based psychotherapy modalities to assist clients according to their needs, respecting their choices. Holistic, unique, creative, and practical cooperation with each client enables safe opening up. A client-centred, trauma-informed approach using self-awareness tools facilitates the client's agency and empowerment.
I bring four decades of experience in psychotherapy, counselling and art.
I use a range of evidence-based psychotherapy modalities to assist clients according to their needs, respecting their choices. Holistic, unique, creative, and practical cooperation with each client enables safe opening up. A client-centred, trauma-informed approach using self-awareness tools facilitates the client's agency and empowerment.
Therapy doesn't always have to take place within four walls. For some people, being outdoors makes it easier to slow down, breathe, and begin talking about what feels difficult. This is why I offer walk-and-talk therapy in natural outdoor settings, alongside online sessions, giving you the opportunity to choose the environment that feels most comfortable and supportive.
I offer integrative psychotherapy for adults and young people aged 14 and over. My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in an understanding of the connection between the mind, body, and nervous system.
Therapy doesn't always have to take place within four walls. For some people, being outdoors makes it easier to slow down, breathe, and begin talking about what feels difficult. This is why I offer walk-and-talk therapy in natural outdoor settings, alongside online sessions, giving you the opportunity to choose the environment that feels most comfortable and supportive.
I offer integrative psychotherapy for adults and young people aged 14 and over. My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in an understanding of the connection between the mind, body, and nervous system.
She has graduated with a Master's in Counselling and Psychotherapy and expanded her skill base with additional training in EMDR and Art-based therapies.
Grishma is a warm person who believes in working creatively and collaboratively with clients to address their challenges. At PsyConnect, Grishma adopts an integrative counselling approach and offers a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. She works with the clients in a compassionate and culturally aware manner to help them connect with their inner strength and explore their infinite potential to manage challenging life situations one step at a time.
She has graduated with a Master's in Counselling and Psychotherapy and expanded her skill base with additional training in EMDR and Art-based therapies.
Grishma is a warm person who believes in working creatively and collaboratively with clients to address their challenges. At PsyConnect, Grishma adopts an integrative counselling approach and offers a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. She works with the clients in a compassionate and culturally aware manner to help them connect with their inner strength and explore their infinite potential to manage challenging life situations one step at a time.
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I also provide art therapy and counselling services through Victims Services funding, as well as NSW Workers Compensation and Compulsory Third Party (CTP) schemes.
I also provide art therapy and counselling services through Victims Services funding, as well as NSW Workers Compensation and Compulsory Third Party (CTP) schemes.
Sabine is a qualified and accredited social worker and therapist passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their fullest potential. In 2020, she completed her PhD in Social Work, which deepened her understanding of human behaviour, mental health, and the complex systems that impact our well-being. Throughout her career, she has worked with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. She follows evidence-based practice tailored to your circumstances to help you build resilience, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth.
Sabine is a qualified and accredited social worker and therapist passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their fullest potential. In 2020, she completed her PhD in Social Work, which deepened her understanding of human behaviour, mental health, and the complex systems that impact our well-being. Throughout her career, she has worked with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. She follows evidence-based practice tailored to your circumstances to help you build resilience, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth.
Art therapy can help when words are hard to find or you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck.
As a Certified Art Psychotherapist and Allied Health professional, I have experience in mental health, disability, and aged care. My approach combines creative expression with evidence-informed psychological practice to provide personalised support. Together, we'll develop a therapy plan that builds insight, resilience, wellbeing, and meaningful change.
Art therapy can help when words are hard to find or you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck.
As a Certified Art Psychotherapist and Allied Health professional, I have experience in mental health, disability, and aged care. My approach combines creative expression with evidence-informed psychological practice to provide personalised support. Together, we'll develop a therapy plan that builds insight, resilience, wellbeing, and meaningful change.
With over 30 years of experience supporting people of all ages through music, art, education, coaching, and therapy, I offer a compassionate, creative, and nurturing space where healing and growth can truly unfold.
Each of us holds an innate capacity for healing, joy, and creative expression. Whether you’re feeling stuck, seeking deeper meaning, or yearning to bring more light and inspiration into your life, this space is for you.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples and families who are searching for something more: a reconnection to their authentic self, a sense of purpose, and the freedom to live a more colourful, meaningful life. Through creative exploration, gentle guidance, and a supportive presence, I invite you to rediscover your inner spark.
With over 30 years of experience supporting people of all ages through music, art, education, coaching, and therapy, I offer a compassionate, creative, and nurturing space where healing and growth can truly unfold.
Each of us holds an innate capacity for healing, joy, and creative expression. Whether you’re feeling stuck, seeking deeper meaning, or yearning to bring more light and inspiration into your life, this space is for you.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples and families who are searching for something more: a reconnection to their authentic self, a sense of purpose, and the freedom to live a more colourful, meaningful life. Through creative exploration, gentle guidance, and a supportive presence, I invite you to rediscover your inner spark.
I am an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor who specialises in working with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, and loss. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space in which to explore the challenges that have brought you to counselling. Together, we will work to understand your experiences, build practical tools for coping, and help you to move forward.
I am an experienced therapist and clinical supervisor who specialises in working with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, and loss. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space in which to explore the challenges that have brought you to counselling. Together, we will work to understand your experiences, build practical tools for coping, and help you to move forward.
We can also explore Art Therapy for self-expression and healing.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma-related difficulties, and relationship challenges who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns. My goal is to help people develop psychological flexibility, relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and take meaningful action aligned with their values.
We can also explore Art Therapy for self-expression and healing.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma-related difficulties, and relationship challenges who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns. My goal is to help people develop psychological flexibility, relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and take meaningful action aligned with their values.
Offering modalities that work for you, from traditional Talk Therapy to Expressive Art, Play or Family therapy.
Over twenty years experience working with kids, young people, women and families to support mental health, improve communication skills, develop a positive body image and self confidence through a deeper sense of self , support clients for a peaceful, positive, happier future.
Offering modalities that work for you, from traditional Talk Therapy to Expressive Art, Play or Family therapy.
Over twenty years experience working with kids, young people, women and families to support mental health, improve communication skills, develop a positive body image and self confidence through a deeper sense of self , support clients for a peaceful, positive, happier future.
Welcome!
If you’ve tried talk therapy & still find yourself lying awake at night or feeling stuck, there are ways beyond words that can help you find ease & a path forward.
With 25+ years of experience, I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed support that helps calm an overworked nervous system and reconnect you with your inner resources.
Alongside EMDR, IFS-informed, somatic, & creative arts therapies, I also offer innovative, short-term, intensive therapy options for clinicians & leaders seeking deeper, faster trauma recovery & renewed vitality.
Together, we’ll find a way forward grounded in respect, choice, and collaboration.
Welcome!
If you’ve tried talk therapy & still find yourself lying awake at night or feeling stuck, there are ways beyond words that can help you find ease & a path forward.
With 25+ years of experience, I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed support that helps calm an overworked nervous system and reconnect you with your inner resources.
Alongside EMDR, IFS-informed, somatic, & creative arts therapies, I also offer innovative, short-term, intensive therapy options for clinicians & leaders seeking deeper, faster trauma recovery & renewed vitality.
Together, we’ll find a way forward grounded in respect, choice, and collaboration.
I also draw on ACT, CBT, Positive Psychology, and Art Therapy when helpful.
Do you feel stuck in the same argument on repeat, slowly drifting apart, or trying to rebuild after a betrayal? Or you're an individual who finds relationships harder than they should be — anxious, guarded, or unsure why closeness feels so difficult.
Whatever brought you here, you don't have to figure it out alone. My clients are people who are done just surviving their relationships and ready to actually understand them.
I'll meet you with warmth, honesty, and evidence-based support tailored to what you actually need.
I also draw on ACT, CBT, Positive Psychology, and Art Therapy when helpful.
Do you feel stuck in the same argument on repeat, slowly drifting apart, or trying to rebuild after a betrayal? Or you're an individual who finds relationships harder than they should be — anxious, guarded, or unsure why closeness feels so difficult.
Whatever brought you here, you don't have to figure it out alone. My clients are people who are done just surviving their relationships and ready to actually understand them.
I'll meet you with warmth, honesty, and evidence-based support tailored to what you actually need.
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
I am a dual qualified Psychotherapist and Osteopath and believe in the equal importance of your body, mind, and spirit in your well-being. My holistic approach is strongly influenced by Somatic Psychotherapy and supported by my Osteopathic knowledge and expertise. Your care with me includes a trauma-informed person-centred approach to establish a safe space before delving into your concerns. By gently balancing the relationship between body and mind, I hope you feel more comfortable in your Self.
I am a dual qualified Psychotherapist and Osteopath and believe in the equal importance of your body, mind, and spirit in your well-being. My holistic approach is strongly influenced by Somatic Psychotherapy and supported by my Osteopathic knowledge and expertise. Your care with me includes a trauma-informed person-centred approach to establish a safe space before delving into your concerns. By gently balancing the relationship between body and mind, I hope you feel more comfortable in your Self.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
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- Glebe
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- Maroubra
- Marrickville
- Newtown
- Paddington
- Randwick
- Sydney
Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.