Couples Psychologists and Therapists in Surry Hills

Karen Gould
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with adults, older adolescents and couples, and respect all sexualities, genders and relationship styles.
I have built experience working predominantly with adult clients with the following neurotypes and presentations: ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Relationship Difficulties, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, Sleep Difficulties, OCD. Sessions may be based on CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or Gottman Method Couples Therapy
I work with adults, older adolescents and couples, and respect all sexualities, genders and relationship styles.
I have built experience working predominantly with adult clients with the following neurotypes and presentations: ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Relationship Difficulties, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, Sleep Difficulties, OCD. Sessions may be based on CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or Gottman Method Couples Therapy
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Ahmarin Noor
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Online Only
You replay conversations, question yourself, and feel stuck in patterns especially in relationships or during big life transitions.
My approach is flexible and tailored to you. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), EMDR, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to understand your full experience and support meaningful, lasting change. I offer therapy in English, and can also support in Hindi or Urdu when helpful.
You replay conversations, question yourself, and feel stuck in patterns especially in relationships or during big life transitions.
My approach is flexible and tailored to you. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), EMDR, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to understand your full experience and support meaningful, lasting change. I offer therapy in English, and can also support in Hindi or Urdu when helpful.
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The Inner Shine Clinic - Catherine Nyika
Counsellor, AASW
Serves Area
Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, self-doubt or painful relationship patterns, I'll help you understand the unconscious beliefs and protective strategies keeping you stuck.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, grief, trauma or painful relationship patterns, I'll help you uncover the unconscious beliefs and nervous system responses driving them. Together we'll create lasting change—not just by talking about your experiences, but by helping your mind and body heal together.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, self-doubt or painful relationship patterns, I'll help you understand the unconscious beliefs and protective strategies keeping you stuck.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, grief, trauma or painful relationship patterns, I'll help you uncover the unconscious beliefs and nervous system responses driving them. Together we'll create lasting change—not just by talking about your experiences, but by helping your mind and body heal together.
(02) 6189 2853 View (02) 6189 2853
Liliana Piraquibe
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I work with individuals experiencing loneliness, anxiety, or depression, who feel disconnected or stuck in relationship patterns that impact their confidence, self-worth, and sense of belonging.
With experience supporting those impacted by loneliness, anxiety, and emotional fatigue, I help you make sense of what you’re feeling and why. Together, we build self-awareness, resilience, and practical changes so you can reconnect, feel more grounded, and move forward with confidence.
I work with individuals experiencing loneliness, anxiety, or depression, who feel disconnected or stuck in relationship patterns that impact their confidence, self-worth, and sense of belonging.
With experience supporting those impacted by loneliness, anxiety, and emotional fatigue, I help you make sense of what you’re feeling and why. Together, we build self-awareness, resilience, and practical changes so you can reconnect, feel more grounded, and move forward with confidence.
(02) 8000 0841 View (02) 8000 0841
Martine Barclay
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I understand how confusing things can be sometimes; life, emotions, relationships, work - the whole lot!
If you are feeling overwhelmed by juggling all the demands of your busy life and you're constantly checking if you're enough to meet your own high standards or the expectations of others, then you're in the right place. No doubt you're starting to feel exhausted by the stress and anxiety that is building up inside you and you may have even adopted some unhelpful habits to help you cope.
I understand how confusing things can be sometimes; life, emotions, relationships, work - the whole lot!
If you are feeling overwhelmed by juggling all the demands of your busy life and you're constantly checking if you're enough to meet your own high standards or the expectations of others, then you're in the right place. No doubt you're starting to feel exhausted by the stress and anxiety that is building up inside you and you may have even adopted some unhelpful habits to help you cope.
0427 357 607 View 0427 357 607
Tania Grippi
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Perhaps you're exploring identity (personal, relational, cultural, professional or gender-related), navigating relationship or attachment patterns, or noticing the effects of childhood emotional neglect or emotionally immature parents.
I specialise in perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, overthinking, identity exploration (gender, professional, sexual, etc), emotional regulation, boundaries, attachment patterns, and ACEI dynamics. I offer psychodynamic and relational therapy in a warm, grounded space that supports insight, healing and meaningful change. I’m LGBTQIA+ and kink-affirming.
Perhaps you're exploring identity (personal, relational, cultural, professional or gender-related), navigating relationship or attachment patterns, or noticing the effects of childhood emotional neglect or emotionally immature parents.
I specialise in perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, overthinking, identity exploration (gender, professional, sexual, etc), emotional regulation, boundaries, attachment patterns, and ACEI dynamics. I offer psychodynamic and relational therapy in a warm, grounded space that supports insight, healing and meaningful change. I’m LGBTQIA+ and kink-affirming.
0468 008 048 View 0468 008 048
Veretis Psychology
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
They may be experiencing mood or relationship difficulties.
At Veretis, our psychologists and counsellors bring decades of combined experience, a testimony to our diverse practice spanning clinical, legal, corporate, and performance psychology. We support clients of all ages with concerns from trauma and ADHD to grief, relationships, and identity, offering compassionate, tailored care to help you move forward.
They may be experiencing mood or relationship difficulties.
At Veretis, our psychologists and counsellors bring decades of combined experience, a testimony to our diverse practice spanning clinical, legal, corporate, and performance psychology. We support clients of all ages with concerns from trauma and ADHD to grief, relationships, and identity, offering compassionate, tailored care to help you move forward.
(02) 9929 8515 View (02) 9929 8515
Jordan Wainer
Psychologist, MAPS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
In my work I have found that people are often exploring how to heal, how to hold overwhelming experience, how to find some relief and understanding in the midst of psychological distress, how to manage complexity in relationships.
My areas of focus include a range of mental health presentations and other life challenges. I have experience working in community mental health, school, military and private practice settings in Australia and in the US.
In my work I have found that people are often exploring how to heal, how to hold overwhelming experience, how to find some relief and understanding in the midst of psychological distress, how to manage complexity in relationships.
My areas of focus include a range of mental health presentations and other life challenges. I have experience working in community mental health, school, military and private practice settings in Australia and in the US.
(02) 9100 0296 View (02) 9100 0296
The Flawed Journey
Verified Verified
Online Only
You might feel disconnected from yourself, struggling in your relationships, or wondering why you keep repeating the same patterns even when you know they’re not helping.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply human. I blend Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy to help you: understand yourself on a deeper level, make sense of old patterns and emotional triggers, heal the parts of you shaped by past pain, rebuild confidence, self-worth, and trust in yourself.
You might feel disconnected from yourself, struggling in your relationships, or wondering why you keep repeating the same patterns even when you know they’re not helping.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply human. I blend Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy to help you: understand yourself on a deeper level, make sense of old patterns and emotional triggers, heal the parts of you shaped by past pain, rebuild confidence, self-worth, and trust in yourself.
(02) 8294 7878 View (02) 8294 7878
Milo Crocchini
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Above all, I am passionate about helping my clients live happier and more emotionally fulfilling lives. I am honored to be able to provide support and guidance during some of the most challenging times in my clients' lives, and I strive to create a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment where they feel heard, understood, and valued. As a psychologist, my ultimate goal is to help my clients improve their mental health and well-being. I understand that seeking psychological support can be a vulnerable experience, and I provide a safe and confidential space for them to manage effectively their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Above all, I am passionate about helping my clients live happier and more emotionally fulfilling lives. I am honored to be able to provide support and guidance during some of the most challenging times in my clients' lives, and I strive to create a warm and empathetic therapeutic environment where they feel heard, understood, and valued. As a psychologist, my ultimate goal is to help my clients improve their mental health and well-being. I understand that seeking psychological support can be a vulnerable experience, and I provide a safe and confidential space for them to manage effectively their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
(02) 9100 0693 View (02) 9100 0693
Alinda Small
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Are you finding yourself in a less than harmonious relationship, dealing with high conflict, or needing to improve communication?
I am a highly qualified Relationship Counsellor with specialised training in the Gottman Method, Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and other effective modalities. In addition to my Psychology Degree, I hold a Master's in Science Medicine and Sexual Health. I am also a registered and board-certified Sex Therapist with extensive experience.
Are you finding yourself in a less than harmonious relationship, dealing with high conflict, or needing to improve communication?
I am a highly qualified Relationship Counsellor with specialised training in the Gottman Method, Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and other effective modalities. In addition to my Psychology Degree, I hold a Master's in Science Medicine and Sexual Health. I am also a registered and board-certified Sex Therapist with extensive experience.
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Helen Uba
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
Serves Area
I specialize in helping adults (16+) navigate relationship stress, burnout, trauma, and addiction.
Feeling stuck at a crossroads or overwhelmed by old patterns? You deserve more than just a listening ear. I know how exhausting it feels to carry the weight of life’s challenges alone or to feel disconnected from your true self. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide a compassionate, transformative telehealth space to help you reclaim your voice and move from a state of overwhelm to one of clarity.
I specialize in helping adults (16+) navigate relationship stress, burnout, trauma, and addiction.
Feeling stuck at a crossroads or overwhelmed by old patterns? You deserve more than just a listening ear. I know how exhausting it feels to carry the weight of life’s challenges alone or to feel disconnected from your true self. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide a compassionate, transformative telehealth space to help you reclaim your voice and move from a state of overwhelm to one of clarity.
(02) 5701 5095 View (02) 5701 5095
Renee Davies
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
She believes that our sense of self and our interpersonal relationships are vital to our overall well-being.
Therapy is a deep-dive into the intricacies of our minds and emotions, expanding our awareness of our inner world, and supporting us to fully embrace our complexities. Research shows that the strength of the therapeutic alliance is the cornerstone for the therapy outcomes we desire. Reach out and get a sense if Elemental is the right place for you.
She believes that our sense of self and our interpersonal relationships are vital to our overall well-being.
Therapy is a deep-dive into the intricacies of our minds and emotions, expanding our awareness of our inner world, and supporting us to fully embrace our complexities. Research shows that the strength of the therapeutic alliance is the cornerstone for the therapy outcomes we desire. Reach out and get a sense if Elemental is the right place for you.
(02) 9100 0327 View (02) 9100 0327
Growing Heart Psychotherapy by Gregory Poll, MA
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
My service focuses on removing limiting beliefs to foster healthy emotional relationships, first with yourself, and then with others.
I am a qualified Gestalt and Somatic psychotherapist, as well as a clinical supervisor. I am specialising in working with people who have experienced Early Childhood Developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Using a blend of modalities, I tap into personal awareness, freedom, and self-direction. My attention is focused on an intuitive, creative, and spontaneous process that centres on what is happening in the present moment between me and the client. Working somatically, I focus on the connection between the MIND and BODY to address mental and emotional health issues, especially trauma.
My service focuses on removing limiting beliefs to foster healthy emotional relationships, first with yourself, and then with others.
I am a qualified Gestalt and Somatic psychotherapist, as well as a clinical supervisor. I am specialising in working with people who have experienced Early Childhood Developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Using a blend of modalities, I tap into personal awareness, freedom, and self-direction. My attention is focused on an intuitive, creative, and spontaneous process that centres on what is happening in the present moment between me and the client. Working somatically, I focus on the connection between the MIND and BODY to address mental and emotional health issues, especially trauma.
(02) 9100 0524 View (02) 9100 0524
Martina Palombi
Social Worker, AMHSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you’re struggling with relationship difficulties, emotional pain or feeling stuck, therapy can help you find a way forward.
I offer evidence-based individual, couple and family therapy for relationship conflict, complex family difficulties and times of distress. I also work with people who want to strengthen relationships and grow. My approach is tailored to you, helping you understand patterns, respond differently and create meaningful change.
If you’re struggling with relationship difficulties, emotional pain or feeling stuck, therapy can help you find a way forward.
I offer evidence-based individual, couple and family therapy for relationship conflict, complex family difficulties and times of distress. I also work with people who want to strengthen relationships and grow. My approach is tailored to you, helping you understand patterns, respond differently and create meaningful change.
(02) 9541 8402 View (02) 9541 8402
Atia Burian Tani
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with individuals, couples, and family members who seek to change their relationships with themselves and others.
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 work with individuals, couples, and family members who seek to change their relationships with themselves and others.
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.
(02) 6189 2979 View (02) 6189 2979
Sexual Psychology: Clinical Psyc & Sex Therapist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As a clinical psychologist and sex therapist I am in the unique position of having experience and training in both mental health and sexual function, gender, sexuality, and relationships at the Masters level.
Common issues: Low Desire; Erection; Painful Sex; Ejaculation; Porn/Sex Addiction; OCD (HOCD, POCD, ROCD); PTSD (CSA, Sexual Assault); Kink; (a)Sexuality; Gender; Sex w cancer/disability; Perimenopause-Menopause; Paraphilia; STIs; Sex workers; ENM/Polyamory; ADHD; Depression; Anxiety; ASD.
As a clinical psychologist and sex therapist I am in the unique position of having experience and training in both mental health and sexual function, gender, sexuality, and relationships at the Masters level.
Common issues: Low Desire; Erection; Painful Sex; Ejaculation; Porn/Sex Addiction; OCD (HOCD, POCD, ROCD); PTSD (CSA, Sexual Assault); Kink; (a)Sexuality; Gender; Sex w cancer/disability; Perimenopause-Menopause; Paraphilia; STIs; Sex workers; ENM/Polyamory; ADHD; Depression; Anxiety; ASD.
(02) 8294 6974 View (02) 8294 6974
A-Okay Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a client-centred, Neuroaffirming therapist who has experience with neurodivergence, children / adolescents, trauma backgrounds (EMDR Level 1) and Worker's Compensation / CTP. I also work with couples using the Gottman methodology (Gottman Level 2).
I am a client-centred, Neuroaffirming therapist who has experience with neurodivergence, children / adolescents, trauma backgrounds (EMDR Level 1) and Worker's Compensation / CTP. I also work with couples using the Gottman methodology (Gottman Level 2).
(02) 8074 5401 View (02) 8074 5401
Hamada Els
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, building resilience, building effective relationships (work and home), and workplace bullying.
I have a diverse skillset developed as both a Clinical Psychologist and as a senior executive in a variety of companies over the last 22 years. My corporate experience gave me a unique insight into the realities of professional life and made me very passionate about looking after the mental health and wellbeing of working professionals. By blending powerful evidence-based Psychological therapies with practical Executive Coaching tools, I aim to empower my clients with both the emotional coping resources and the practical skills to thrive in spite of the varied challenges they face at work and at home.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, building resilience, building effective relationships (work and home), and workplace bullying.
I have a diverse skillset developed as both a Clinical Psychologist and as a senior executive in a variety of companies over the last 22 years. My corporate experience gave me a unique insight into the realities of professional life and made me very passionate about looking after the mental health and wellbeing of working professionals. By blending powerful evidence-based Psychological therapies with practical Executive Coaching tools, I aim to empower my clients with both the emotional coping resources and the practical skills to thrive in spite of the varied challenges they face at work and at home.
(02) 8074 5211 View (02) 8074 5211
Jennifer Perkins Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Serves Area
She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships.
Jennifer is a holistic counsellor that affirms your personal authority in healing yourself. She works from a wellness model similar to that of elite athletes helping you envision and create your best self. EMDR Certified, IFS trained and a vision towards social justice, Jennifer is excellent with loss, PTSD, trauma, abuse and other difficult experiences.
She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships.
Jennifer is a holistic counsellor that affirms your personal authority in healing yourself. She works from a wellness model similar to that of elite athletes helping you envision and create your best self. EMDR Certified, IFS trained and a vision towards social justice, Jennifer is excellent with loss, PTSD, trauma, abuse and other difficult experiences.
(02) 8074 5705 View (02) 8074 5705

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