Anxiety Counselling in Sydney, NSW
It could be that you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed, finding it hard to motivate yourself, feeling confused or consumed by worry, having trouble sleeping, having trouble with relationships, or just feeling "stuck" and unable to move on.
We provide therapy for difficulties related to: Anxiety, social anxiety, worry, panic, stress and burnout, HSC stress, Low mood and Depression, Adjusting to life changes, Grief and Loss, Sleep, Trauma, Confidence at work or school
It could be that you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed, finding it hard to motivate yourself, feeling confused or consumed by worry, having trouble sleeping, having trouble with relationships, or just feeling "stuck" and unable to move on.
We provide therapy for difficulties related to: Anxiety, social anxiety, worry, panic, stress and burnout, HSC stress, Low mood and Depression, Adjusting to life changes, Grief and Loss, Sleep, Trauma, Confidence at work or school
I work with clients facing life transitions, intergenerational trauma, and struggles with depression, anxiety, and grief.
Many of my clients come in feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or carrying emotional pressure they’ve been managing alone for far too long. They’re often juggling work, family demands, relationships, communication struggles, or the feeling that life has become heavier than expected. My approach is warm, calm and trauma-informed. I offer a private, steady space where you can pause, breathe, talk openly and make sense of what’s happening. Together we explore your needs, build resilience, strengthen coping skills and create practical steps so life feels more manageable and grounded again.
I work with clients facing life transitions, intergenerational trauma, and struggles with depression, anxiety, and grief.
Many of my clients come in feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or carrying emotional pressure they’ve been managing alone for far too long. They’re often juggling work, family demands, relationships, communication struggles, or the feeling that life has become heavier than expected. My approach is warm, calm and trauma-informed. I offer a private, steady space where you can pause, breathe, talk openly and make sense of what’s happening. Together we explore your needs, build resilience, strengthen coping skills and create practical steps so life feels more manageable and grounded again.
You may be feeling anxious, low in mood, or trying to resolve an issue that just doesn’t seem to go away.
I am an experienced mental health practitioner, with over 15 years in the UK’s National Health Service, supporting a diverse range of clients with evidence-based interventions for: anxiety disorders, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, low self-esteem, perfectionism, loneliness, and anger management.
use evidence-based therapies to help compassionate,
You may be feeling anxious, low in mood, or trying to resolve an issue that just doesn’t seem to go away.
I am an experienced mental health practitioner, with over 15 years in the UK’s National Health Service, supporting a diverse range of clients with evidence-based interventions for: anxiety disorders, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, low self-esteem, perfectionism, loneliness, and anger management.
use evidence-based therapies to help compassionate,
My areas of focus include: anxiety, depression, trauma (including childhood trauma), conflict and complexity in relationship, lack of fulfilment and meaning.
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. Each person has their own reasons for seeking therapy and their own sense of what they would like the process to provide. My commitment is to offer a confidential space where I listen to you with care and respect and where we work together to understand what you are experiencing.
My areas of focus include: anxiety, depression, trauma (including childhood trauma), conflict and complexity in relationship, lack of fulfilment and meaning.
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. Each person has their own reasons for seeking therapy and their own sense of what they would like the process to provide. My commitment is to offer a confidential space where I listen to you with care and respect and where we work together to understand what you are experiencing.
You might feel overwhelmed by anxiety, carrying the weight of loss, or struggling in your relationships.
I specialise in working with adults and couples (18+) navigating:
Grief & Loss: Processing the loss of a loved one, relationship, or sense of identity.
Anxiety: Managing overthinking, self-doubt, and overwhelm to feel more present.
Relationships: Strengthening communication, trust and emotional connection with both yourself and those who matter most to you.
You might feel overwhelmed by anxiety, carrying the weight of loss, or struggling in your relationships.
I specialise in working with adults and couples (18+) navigating:
Grief & Loss: Processing the loss of a loved one, relationship, or sense of identity.
Anxiety: Managing overthinking, self-doubt, and overwhelm to feel more present.
Relationships: Strengthening communication, trust and emotional connection with both yourself and those who matter most to you.
I work with adults at all stages of life to build clarity, motivation and balance while navigating challenges such as anxiety, OCD, depression, anxiety, eating and body-image concerns, substance use, grief, burnout and relationship or parenting stress.
My style is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practice. I draw on CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and attachment-informed approaches to help clients create meaningful, sustainable change. Sessions are paced to suit your needs and focus on building insight, self-compassion and real-world skills.
I work with adults at all stages of life to build clarity, motivation and balance while navigating challenges such as anxiety, OCD, depression, anxiety, eating and body-image concerns, substance use, grief, burnout and relationship or parenting stress.
My style is warm, collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practice. I draw on CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and attachment-informed approaches to help clients create meaningful, sustainable change. Sessions are paced to suit your needs and focus on building insight, self-compassion and real-world skills.
I help people with a wide range of issues: Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use, Loss and Grief, PTSD, Work Cover (SIRA accredited), and Compulsory Third Party.
I use a range of therapies, but primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as it addresses the needs of the whole person. ACT does this by helping us to deliberately notice unwanted thoughts and feelings, and how much we ‘buy into’ them. We then see whether their attempts to control thoughts and feelings is working to build a life with meanining.
I help people with a wide range of issues: Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use, Loss and Grief, PTSD, Work Cover (SIRA accredited), and Compulsory Third Party.
I use a range of therapies, but primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as it addresses the needs of the whole person. ACT does this by helping us to deliberately notice unwanted thoughts and feelings, and how much we ‘buy into’ them. We then see whether their attempts to control thoughts and feelings is working to build a life with meanining.
I primarily work with older adolescents aged 16+ years and professional adults wanting help with adjustment to parenthood, ADHD, anxiety, body image/dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, OCD, parent-adult child estrangement, stress and work-related burnout, childhood trauma and PTSD.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative and strength-based. I believe in creating a therapeutic space, where people feel safe and supported to share their vulnerabilities. I use integrated style in my sessions drawing from various evidence-based treatment modalities. I offer both short-term and long-term therapy depending on my client’s needs.
I primarily work with older adolescents aged 16+ years and professional adults wanting help with adjustment to parenthood, ADHD, anxiety, body image/dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, OCD, parent-adult child estrangement, stress and work-related burnout, childhood trauma and PTSD.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative and strength-based. I believe in creating a therapeutic space, where people feel safe and supported to share their vulnerabilities. I use integrated style in my sessions drawing from various evidence-based treatment modalities. I offer both short-term and long-term therapy depending on my client’s needs.
We provide effective, evidence based assessment and treatment for anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, behavioural, neurodevelopmental, early childhood and eating issues.
At The Younger Years we are a team of dedicated, compassionate and energetic clinicians who keep the therapeutic relationship central to change.
We provide effective, evidence based assessment and treatment for anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, behavioural, neurodevelopmental, early childhood and eating issues.
At The Younger Years we are a team of dedicated, compassionate and energetic clinicians who keep the therapeutic relationship central to change.
Scott is a Clinical Psychologist who creates a warm, friendly, and supportive environment where his clients can feel comfortable and understood. Your story matters - and being aware of that, Scott provides a safe and non-judgemental space to share that story. He works with people of all ages and backgrounds, and is especially passionate about early intervention with young people and those new to therapy. He has a wealth of experience in research and practice, and he uses evidence-based approaches to help his clients overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.
Scott is a Clinical Psychologist who creates a warm, friendly, and supportive environment where his clients can feel comfortable and understood. Your story matters - and being aware of that, Scott provides a safe and non-judgemental space to share that story. He works with people of all ages and backgrounds, and is especially passionate about early intervention with young people and those new to therapy. He has a wealth of experience in research and practice, and he uses evidence-based approaches to help his clients overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.
Natasha Rodgers
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Camden, NSW 2570
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who are are dealing with anxiety, PTSD, and related mental health concerns which can include intrusive thoughts, physical symptoms, hypervigilance, sadness, and difficulty managing their emotions.
I specialise in treating clients struggling with anxiety, PTSD, other related concerns. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate space for clients to process their experiences and develop a future focused mindset. My approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and positivity. I provide evidence based treatment tailored to each individual's unique needs.
I work with clients who are are dealing with anxiety, PTSD, and related mental health concerns which can include intrusive thoughts, physical symptoms, hypervigilance, sadness, and difficulty managing their emotions.
I specialise in treating clients struggling with anxiety, PTSD, other related concerns. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate space for clients to process their experiences and develop a future focused mindset. My approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and positivity. I provide evidence based treatment tailored to each individual's unique needs.
For example, people whose daily lives are impacted by mood disturbances, such as when experiencing anxiety and depression, or people undergoing life stressors such as when working through major life transitions or shifts and difficulties in their relationships.
A snapshot of therapy can look like working on skills such as: toolkits to cope with elevated emotions, navigating interpersonal difficulties (e.g. communication and problem solving), or self-management strategies (e.g. in self care, routines) and much more.
For example, people whose daily lives are impacted by mood disturbances, such as when experiencing anxiety and depression, or people undergoing life stressors such as when working through major life transitions or shifts and difficulties in their relationships.
A snapshot of therapy can look like working on skills such as: toolkits to cope with elevated emotions, navigating interpersonal difficulties (e.g. communication and problem solving), or self-management strategies (e.g. in self care, routines) and much more.
New Offering: Comprehensive adult autism/ADHD assessment, report, and ongoing coaching. Call/email to enquire! -
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- My therapy clients are often in their 20s and 30s, navigating a period of reflection or change. They’ve started noticing patterns in their relationships, emotions, or behaviours that keep repeating and causing distress or unwanted outcomes. They want to understand why these patterns happen and how to change them. Some are facing major life transitions—such as a breakup, becoming a parent, or exploring their identity—while others simply feel ready to build deeper self-awareness and create lasting change.
New Offering: Comprehensive adult autism/ADHD assessment, report, and ongoing coaching. Call/email to enquire! -
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- My therapy clients are often in their 20s and 30s, navigating a period of reflection or change. They’ve started noticing patterns in their relationships, emotions, or behaviours that keep repeating and causing distress or unwanted outcomes. They want to understand why these patterns happen and how to change them. Some are facing major life transitions—such as a breakup, becoming a parent, or exploring their identity—while others simply feel ready to build deeper self-awareness and create lasting change.
I enjoy supporting people navigating complex/developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, the mind/body connection, chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), and during the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum).
I work from a humanistic, trauma-informed perspective, striving to walk alongside my clients as they navigate life’s difficulties. I flexibly integrate a number of evidence-based therapies to support you. These include attachment-based therapies, schema therapy, parts work informed by internal family systems and ego-state therapy, CBT & somatic therapy.
I enjoy supporting people navigating complex/developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, the mind/body connection, chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), and during the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum).
I work from a humanistic, trauma-informed perspective, striving to walk alongside my clients as they navigate life’s difficulties. I flexibly integrate a number of evidence-based therapies to support you. These include attachment-based therapies, schema therapy, parts work informed by internal family systems and ego-state therapy, CBT & somatic therapy.
Specialising in workplace anxiety, I provide short-term interventions for performance anxiety, urgency stress, boundaries, procrastination, goal setting and direction.
Helping people move from feeling frustrated, sad and stuck to genuinely empowered is one of my most favourite things to do. Far from hand-holding and brow-smoothing, sessions are goal orientated and purposeful.
Specialising in workplace anxiety, I provide short-term interventions for performance anxiety, urgency stress, boundaries, procrastination, goal setting and direction.
Helping people move from feeling frustrated, sad and stuck to genuinely empowered is one of my most favourite things to do. Far from hand-holding and brow-smoothing, sessions are goal orientated and purposeful.
If you identify with any of these common long-term problems such as being disorganised, negative mindset, procrastinating, experiencing depression, anxiety, and self-isolation, relationship breakdowns, making unhealthy lifestyle choices, have low self-esteem, and gambling issues, then you are in the right place right now.
Counselling can help you gain clarity, stay focused, and discover your true purpose and meaning in your life. My approach to Counselling is not a one-size-fits-all philosophy, it is to provide a welcoming, safe, non-judgmental space and a listening ear where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch in the first place. Your desire to grow, develop and explore change will ultimately lead you to live that fulfilling and happy life! Samantha is a lived experience therapist who has personal experience in mental health, providing her with a unique perspective and understanding of her clients.
If you identify with any of these common long-term problems such as being disorganised, negative mindset, procrastinating, experiencing depression, anxiety, and self-isolation, relationship breakdowns, making unhealthy lifestyle choices, have low self-esteem, and gambling issues, then you are in the right place right now.
Counselling can help you gain clarity, stay focused, and discover your true purpose and meaning in your life. My approach to Counselling is not a one-size-fits-all philosophy, it is to provide a welcoming, safe, non-judgmental space and a listening ear where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch in the first place. Your desire to grow, develop and explore change will ultimately lead you to live that fulfilling and happy life! Samantha is a lived experience therapist who has personal experience in mental health, providing her with a unique perspective and understanding of her clients.
Others suffer from a wide range of psychological and somatic issues and seek symptom relief, such as from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or suicidality.
I have been working with trauma survivors diagnosed with PTSD or C-PTSD for more than a decade. As a Somatic Psychotherapist I understand that trauma cannot be just thought or talked away. Somatic Psychotherapy is well equipped to work with expressions of trauma effectively.
Others suffer from a wide range of psychological and somatic issues and seek symptom relief, such as from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or suicidality.
I have been working with trauma survivors diagnosed with PTSD or C-PTSD for more than a decade. As a Somatic Psychotherapist I understand that trauma cannot be just thought or talked away. Somatic Psychotherapy is well equipped to work with expressions of trauma effectively.
Many reach out when burnout builds, patterns stop working or when anxiety, ADHD, perimenopause or identity shifts become harder to manage.
My approach blends Gestalt Therapy, somatic practices and CBT and DBT informed strategies. I support clients to build awareness, ease stress and develop practical skills for everyday wellbeing. Supporting anxiety, burnout, perimenopause, identity shifts and ADHD. Together we explore limiting patterns, unlearn old habits and cultivate nurturing self care.
Many reach out when burnout builds, patterns stop working or when anxiety, ADHD, perimenopause or identity shifts become harder to manage.
My approach blends Gestalt Therapy, somatic practices and CBT and DBT informed strategies. I support clients to build awareness, ease stress and develop practical skills for everyday wellbeing. Supporting anxiety, burnout, perimenopause, identity shifts and ADHD. Together we explore limiting patterns, unlearn old habits and cultivate nurturing self care.
Apart from relationship issues, we deal with mental health complaints including depressive mood, anxiety, grief and loss, & trauma and crisis.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.
Apart from relationship issues, we deal with mental health complaints including depressive mood, anxiety, grief and loss, & trauma and crisis.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.
I have always had a particular love for supporting the people around me, especially the people closest to me. Utilising therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more, to provide a positive experience of support, guidance and compassion for others to achieve a more fulfilling and peaceful life, is the ultimate objective of my services and Ropana Therapy.
I have always had a particular love for supporting the people around me, especially the people closest to me. Utilising therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more, to provide a positive experience of support, guidance and compassion for others to achieve a more fulfilling and peaceful life, is the ultimate objective of my services and Ropana Therapy.
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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.