Photo of Peter Morcos, Psychologist in Sydney, NSW
Peter Morcos
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Castle Hill, NSW 2154
Peter works with range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and trauma. He helps client recognise which patterns of thoughts and behaviours maintain their experience of distress while applying a compassionate lens to understand what clients have been through. Peter also offers couples counselling and has completed Level 2 Gottman Method training.
Peter works with range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and trauma. He helps client recognise which patterns of thoughts and behaviours maintain their experience of distress while applying a compassionate lens to understand what clients have been through. Peter also offers couples counselling and has completed Level 2 Gottman Method training.
(02) 7804 4031 View (02) 7804 4031
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Ryan Kaplan
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Verified Verified
I am a clinical psychologist who works with adults of all ages, including young adults, to help them overcome the challenges they may be facing, reduce anxiety, depression and stress, and achieve more enjoyment and meaning in life. I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, challenging circumstances, adjustment to change, relationship issues, work or career-related concerns, issues with self-confidence or self-esteem, or deeper existential issues.
I am a clinical psychologist who works with adults of all ages, including young adults, to help them overcome the challenges they may be facing, reduce anxiety, depression and stress, and achieve more enjoyment and meaning in life. I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, challenging circumstances, adjustment to change, relationship issues, work or career-related concerns, issues with self-confidence or self-esteem, or deeper existential issues.
(02) 9158 6714 View (02) 9158 6714
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Thomas William Hiddleston
Credentialed Mental Health Nurse, MSc
Verified Verified
Coogee, NSW 2034
Tom offers evidence-based interventions in child & adolescent and youth mental health. Tom's area of expertise includes young people experiencing Depression, Anxiety, OCD, adjustment disorders, and school refusal. His key area of interest is in ultra high risk (UHR) of developing mental illness and early psychosis. Tom is a caring, compassionate professional with over 12 years of experience working across various services including child and adolescent inpatient and outpatient units, and early psychosis services. Tom's wealth of experience and knowledge ensures that you and your family will have a positive experience and outcomes.
Tom offers evidence-based interventions in child & adolescent and youth mental health. Tom's area of expertise includes young people experiencing Depression, Anxiety, OCD, adjustment disorders, and school refusal. His key area of interest is in ultra high risk (UHR) of developing mental illness and early psychosis. Tom is a caring, compassionate professional with over 12 years of experience working across various services including child and adolescent inpatient and outpatient units, and early psychosis services. Tom's wealth of experience and knowledge ensures that you and your family will have a positive experience and outcomes.
(02) 9100 0235 View (02) 9100 0235
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Clinical Psychology & Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Edgecliff, NSW 2027
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
(02) 8069 5406 View (02) 8069 5406
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Eitan Dekel - Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Saint Ives, NSW 2075
I have extensive knowledge and professional experience in delivering the most advanced psychological techniques to alleviate emotional pains such as depression and anxiety.
My name is Eitan, a professional Counsellor, Psychotherapist and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker - Medicare Provider, with over 30 years of experience derived from a variety of workplace settings including community mental health, hospitals, Headspace and private practice in NSW. My passion is to support and work with people through their emotional journey to articulate their desired change, help them recover from their emotional pains and to bring their desired change to fruition. I work with individuals and couples, either via Telehealth or in person at my home psychotherapy clinic in St Ives (Upper North Shore).
I have extensive knowledge and professional experience in delivering the most advanced psychological techniques to alleviate emotional pains such as depression and anxiety.
My name is Eitan, a professional Counsellor, Psychotherapist and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker - Medicare Provider, with over 30 years of experience derived from a variety of workplace settings including community mental health, hospitals, Headspace and private practice in NSW. My passion is to support and work with people through their emotional journey to articulate their desired change, help them recover from their emotional pains and to bring their desired change to fruition. I work with individuals and couples, either via Telehealth or in person at my home psychotherapy clinic in St Ives (Upper North Shore).
(02) 8403 2869 View (02) 8403 2869
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Bulent Bill Ada
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Parramatta, NSW 2150
My ideal client is committed to personal growth and eager to engage in therapy for issues like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They seek a safe, therapeutic space to explore emotions and build resilience. Utilising CBT, ACT, EMDR, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I guide them to develop practical coping skills and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. Their goals include overcoming mental health challenges and enhancing relationships. Motivated by a desire for a fulfilling life, they value the transformative journey that our integrated, evidence-based approaches facilitate towards lasting wellbeing.
My ideal client is committed to personal growth and eager to engage in therapy for issues like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They seek a safe, therapeutic space to explore emotions and build resilience. Utilising CBT, ACT, EMDR, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I guide them to develop practical coping skills and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. Their goals include overcoming mental health challenges and enhancing relationships. Motivated by a desire for a fulfilling life, they value the transformative journey that our integrated, evidence-based approaches facilitate towards lasting wellbeing.
(02) 7804 4915 View (02) 7804 4915
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Barry Lewis
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Many different events will impact our lives, most of the time we can deal with them, other times we cannot. A difficult childhood, the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an illness or accident, a toxic work environment, sexuality & gender, unemployment, the current pandemic affecting our world or just being at a new stage of our lives can cause us to feel lost within ourselves and the wider world. This can lead to anxiety or depression, it can affect our self-esteem and disconnect us from everyone around us, leaving us isolated and alone.
Many different events will impact our lives, most of the time we can deal with them, other times we cannot. A difficult childhood, the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an illness or accident, a toxic work environment, sexuality & gender, unemployment, the current pandemic affecting our world or just being at a new stage of our lives can cause us to feel lost within ourselves and the wider world. This can lead to anxiety or depression, it can affect our self-esteem and disconnect us from everyone around us, leaving us isolated and alone.
(02) 6189 2878 View (02) 6189 2878
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Hee Zee Lu
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I hold certification with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and am an approved counsellor affiliated with NSW Victim Services. I specialize in providing tailored outpatient psychological care that effectively addresses a range of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and support for victims and caregivers navigating difficulties.
I hold certification with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and am an approved counsellor affiliated with NSW Victim Services. I specialize in providing tailored outpatient psychological care that effectively addresses a range of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and support for victims and caregivers navigating difficulties.
(02) 9100 0600 View (02) 9100 0600
Photo of Hamada Els - Sentient, Psychologist in Sydney, NSW
Hamada Els - Sentient
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, building resilience, building effective relationships (work and home), and bullying. I have a strong interest in supporting professionals working in socially and environmentally sustainable sectors to live their values at work. I help with career development, identifying a fulfilling life direction, leadership effectiveness, communication effectiveness, improving work-life balance and time management. I also support people seeking help on issues relating to social and workplace diversity and inclusion.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, burnout, building resilience, building effective relationships (work and home), and bullying. I have a strong interest in supporting professionals working in socially and environmentally sustainable sectors to live their values at work. I help with career development, identifying a fulfilling life direction, leadership effectiveness, communication effectiveness, improving work-life balance and time management. I also support people seeking help on issues relating to social and workplace diversity and inclusion.
(02) 9100 0124 View (02) 9100 0124
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Steven Segal
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
It is said that we live in an ‘age of anxiety.’ It is not only you or me that experiences anxiety and depression. Mental health issues challenge most of us at some time in our lives. We need to develop resilience and resolve in the face of uncertainties, anxieties and challenges. This enables us to grow, flourish and develop practical wisdom. To face the challenges of life on our own is difficult. It is helpful to recognise that we need the support of significant others. As a psychologist, I provide a secure environment in which to turn your mental health concerns into opportunities for well-being
It is said that we live in an ‘age of anxiety.’ It is not only you or me that experiences anxiety and depression. Mental health issues challenge most of us at some time in our lives. We need to develop resilience and resolve in the face of uncertainties, anxieties and challenges. This enables us to grow, flourish and develop practical wisdom. To face the challenges of life on our own is difficult. It is helpful to recognise that we need the support of significant others. As a psychologist, I provide a secure environment in which to turn your mental health concerns into opportunities for well-being
(02) 9100 0103 View (02) 9100 0103
Photo of Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen, Psychologist in Sydney, NSW
Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010  (Online Only)
I am clinical psychologist and work with anxiety disorders, depression, addictions, trauma and relationships. My therapeutic approach uses CBT, ACT and mindfulness for letting go of unhelpful thoughts, being present with difficult emotions and connecting to your values; the things that really matter to you.
I am clinical psychologist and work with anxiety disorders, depression, addictions, trauma and relationships. My therapeutic approach uses CBT, ACT and mindfulness for letting go of unhelpful thoughts, being present with difficult emotions and connecting to your values; the things that really matter to you.
(02) 7804 4107 View (02) 7804 4107
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Dr Reza Nejad -Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma. I hold a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Adelaide as well as Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in psychology. I can assist you with a range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, adjustment difficulties, anger management, bullying and harassment, self-esteem issues, self-development, eating disorder, OCD, worries, social anxiety and panics.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma. I hold a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Adelaide as well as Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in psychology. I can assist you with a range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, adjustment difficulties, anger management, bullying and harassment, self-esteem issues, self-development, eating disorder, OCD, worries, social anxiety and panics.
(08) 8646 5602 View (08) 8646 5602
Photo of Adam Finch, Psychologist in Sydney, NSW
Adam Finch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sutherland, NSW 2232
I work with adolescents, adults and older adults and provide treatment across a range of presenting difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, trauma, medical illness, emotion regulation difficulties and personality disorders.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience across private and public mental health settings. I provide therapy for people aged 15+ and draw from a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to suit the individual's needs. My therapy involves developing a clear understanding of the origins of psychological patterns as well as skill-based strategies for meeting personal goals in the here and now.
I work with adolescents, adults and older adults and provide treatment across a range of presenting difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, trauma, medical illness, emotion regulation difficulties and personality disorders.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience across private and public mental health settings. I provide therapy for people aged 15+ and draw from a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to suit the individual's needs. My therapy involves developing a clear understanding of the origins of psychological patterns as well as skill-based strategies for meeting personal goals in the here and now.
(02) 4214 4833 View (02) 4214 4833
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Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000  (Online Only)
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
(07) 5241 2997 View (07) 5241 2997
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Goodsky Mental Health Retreat - Holistic, Natural
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Goodsky provides case-managed depression treatment and recovery programmes that work using a shared care model. Our depression treatment framework facilitates private access to a vetted and integrated collective of allied health professionals, specialists, therapists and service providers delivering a personalised lifestyle medicine approach. Our integrated lifestyle medicine teams will: Find and confirm the causes of your depression and anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and chronic disease Provide you new and relevant information based on the most current science and testing. Advise you and correctly treat your depression with a managed natural, conventional and integrated medicine approach. All of this and more with in-depth case management, support and resources to regain and maintain your health long term.
Goodsky provides case-managed depression treatment and recovery programmes that work using a shared care model. Our depression treatment framework facilitates private access to a vetted and integrated collective of allied health professionals, specialists, therapists and service providers delivering a personalised lifestyle medicine approach. Our integrated lifestyle medicine teams will: Find and confirm the causes of your depression and anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and chronic disease Provide you new and relevant information based on the most current science and testing. Advise you and correctly treat your depression with a managed natural, conventional and integrated medicine approach. All of this and more with in-depth case management, support and resources to regain and maintain your health long term.
(07) 4243 4810 View (07) 4243 4810
Photo of Dr William Kirkpatrick, Psychologist in Sydney, NSW
Dr William Kirkpatrick
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000  (Online Only)
Ultimately I am human like you with a story and life experiences like you. As a Clinical Psychologist and Counselling Psychologist I can offer you support at this time with: anger, anxiety (general, health, panic, specific phobia, social), attachment, bereavement, complicated grief, CPTSD, depression, impact of cancer, life transitions, low self-esteem, managing emotions, neurodevelopment (ASD, ADHD, FAS), personality disorders (BPD), PTSD, relationship problems, self-harm, self-identity, stress management, substance abuse (alcohol, illicit, prescribed), suicidal thoughts, trauma (combat, emotional, physical, sexual).
Ultimately I am human like you with a story and life experiences like you. As a Clinical Psychologist and Counselling Psychologist I can offer you support at this time with: anger, anxiety (general, health, panic, specific phobia, social), attachment, bereavement, complicated grief, CPTSD, depression, impact of cancer, life transitions, low self-esteem, managing emotions, neurodevelopment (ASD, ADHD, FAS), personality disorders (BPD), PTSD, relationship problems, self-harm, self-identity, stress management, substance abuse (alcohol, illicit, prescribed), suicidal thoughts, trauma (combat, emotional, physical, sexual).
(08) 9560 6957 View (08) 9560 6957
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Diversity Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Oatlands, NSW 2117  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Trevor Lee. I am a person-centered therapist that provides therapy which is catered to each client. I have experience providing therapy with a multitude of aspects including relationships, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, depression & anxiety, loneliness, work-related stress, life-transitions & life-purpose. I became a therapist after deciding that I wanted to support others through my own lived experience of mental illness for over 13 years. I come from a Chinese background have an inter-cultural understanding of supporting CALD individuals.
Hi, my name is Trevor Lee. I am a person-centered therapist that provides therapy which is catered to each client. I have experience providing therapy with a multitude of aspects including relationships, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, depression & anxiety, loneliness, work-related stress, life-transitions & life-purpose. I became a therapist after deciding that I wanted to support others through my own lived experience of mental illness for over 13 years. I come from a Chinese background have an inter-cultural understanding of supporting CALD individuals.
(02) 7804 4905 x61 View (02) 7804 4905 x61
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George Turnure Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Balmain, NSW 2041
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with people who are hoping to cope better with strong moods such as sadness, low mood or depression, anger or if feeling constantly worried, nervous or anxious. Working together we will find out how this has developed and why it hasn't gone away. In this way we can gain an understanding of the issue and develop skills and strategies to cope better right now, and to manage and/or prevent these issues from returning in the future.
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with people who are hoping to cope better with strong moods such as sadness, low mood or depression, anger or if feeling constantly worried, nervous or anxious. Working together we will find out how this has developed and why it hasn't gone away. In this way we can gain an understanding of the issue and develop skills and strategies to cope better right now, and to manage and/or prevent these issues from returning in the future.
(02) 9053 4659 View (02) 9053 4659
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Dylan Nicholls
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, or trauma? As a Clinical Psychologist, I can provide a supportive environment for you to work through your struggles and develop the skills you need to lead a healthier life. I am currently offering online private and medicare-rebated psychology sessions.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, or trauma? As a Clinical Psychologist, I can provide a supportive environment for you to work through your struggles and develop the skills you need to lead a healthier life. I am currently offering online private and medicare-rebated psychology sessions.
(02) 9100 0301 View (02) 9100 0301
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Clement Djaja
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Marrickville, NSW 2204
I have assisted clients from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds with managing their anxiety, depression, life stresses, phobias, obsessive-compulsive and trauma related challenges. When you speak to me, you can expect an open-minded, easy going and non-judgemental person who will listen to what brought you to seek support. We will work together to realise your goals such as improving self-esteem, establishing meaningful relationships, understanding and correcting negative responses to life triggers, all towards creating a more fulfilling and connected life.
I have assisted clients from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds with managing their anxiety, depression, life stresses, phobias, obsessive-compulsive and trauma related challenges. When you speak to me, you can expect an open-minded, easy going and non-judgemental person who will listen to what brought you to seek support. We will work together to realise your goals such as improving self-esteem, establishing meaningful relationships, understanding and correcting negative responses to life triggers, all towards creating a more fulfilling and connected life.
(02) 9100 0042 View (02) 9100 0042

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Depression Counsellors

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.