Female Psychologists and Therapists in Wamberal, NSW
Bettina provides her clients with empathy, compassion and practical therapeutic support in dealing with a wide range of issues that may have you feeling depressed and confused along with a loss of sense of self. To be validated in your experience is healing and to be normalised may remove that feeling of isolation we may experience within our story. You may be struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self esteem and body image issues, grief and loss, burnout, PTSD, self confidence or relationship issues and emotional regulation. Our aim is to work together to create the change and find the healing you desire.
Bettina provides her clients with empathy, compassion and practical therapeutic support in dealing with a wide range of issues that may have you feeling depressed and confused along with a loss of sense of self. To be validated in your experience is healing and to be normalised may remove that feeling of isolation we may experience within our story. You may be struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self esteem and body image issues, grief and loss, burnout, PTSD, self confidence or relationship issues and emotional regulation. Our aim is to work together to create the change and find the healing you desire.
Carolyn Hartevelt, is a registered psychologist with 17+ years experience counselling. I work with anxiety disorders, stress management, Adult ADHD, ASD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship and spiritual issues. I will work collaboratively with you to gain insight on how your responses are impacting your current situation. We will explore any relevant history that has shaped and influenced who you are today. Relevant strategies will be provided that will empower you to move forward in an adaptive way. I have raised children, moved countries, retrained careers, and I understand the importance of self-care and work/life balance.
Carolyn Hartevelt, is a registered psychologist with 17+ years experience counselling. I work with anxiety disorders, stress management, Adult ADHD, ASD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship and spiritual issues. I will work collaboratively with you to gain insight on how your responses are impacting your current situation. We will explore any relevant history that has shaped and influenced who you are today. Relevant strategies will be provided that will empower you to move forward in an adaptive way. I have raised children, moved countries, retrained careers, and I understand the importance of self-care and work/life balance.
My passion is to help you achieve your goals and enhance your well-being through the power of hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy. Whether you're looking to overcome stress and anxiety, break free from unwanted habits, or simply improve your overall health, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. With proven best practice techniques and compassionate care, you and I can work together to unlock your true potential and achieve life changing results. I will help you achieve freedom, give you back control of your thoughts and feelings, and ultimately help you to create the life that you want and deserve.
My passion is to help you achieve your goals and enhance your well-being through the power of hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy. Whether you're looking to overcome stress and anxiety, break free from unwanted habits, or simply improve your overall health, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. With proven best practice techniques and compassionate care, you and I can work together to unlock your true potential and achieve life changing results. I will help you achieve freedom, give you back control of your thoughts and feelings, and ultimately help you to create the life that you want and deserve.
Your journey to a healthier self is uniquely yours, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. My approach is deeply warm and empathetic, rooted in acknowledging that we manage the best we know how. Utilising evidence-based therapies, I’ll partner with you to facilitate meaningful change. Together, we’ll tailor your treatment to fit your needs, exploring how your experiences have shaped your current situation and setting goals for a brighter future. I recognise the overwhelming impact of trauma, and I understand that seeking help can be anxiety-inducing. Remember, discomfort is often a vital part of the journey toward healing.
Your journey to a healthier self is uniquely yours, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. My approach is deeply warm and empathetic, rooted in acknowledging that we manage the best we know how. Utilising evidence-based therapies, I’ll partner with you to facilitate meaningful change. Together, we’ll tailor your treatment to fit your needs, exploring how your experiences have shaped your current situation and setting goals for a brighter future. I recognise the overwhelming impact of trauma, and I understand that seeking help can be anxiety-inducing. Remember, discomfort is often a vital part of the journey toward healing.
Bron Small Counselling provides a safe space for clients to be heard and validated. I provide genuine and compassionate care to individuals in times of crisis, pain and overwhelm. I have a heart to work with people experiencing emotional, mental and relational challenges, and seek to inspire hope as I walk their journey with them.
Bron Small Counselling provides a safe space for clients to be heard and validated. I provide genuine and compassionate care to individuals in times of crisis, pain and overwhelm. I have a heart to work with people experiencing emotional, mental and relational challenges, and seek to inspire hope as I walk their journey with them.
I am deeply passionate about making psychological support accessible to all, ensuring that everyone—regardless of background or circumstance—receives the care they deserve. My approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a focus on each persons unique strengths, empowering them to build resilience and move forward with greater confidence.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, low mood, depression, grief, or navigating difficult life transitions, behavioural or mood difficulties, I aim to provide a safe and understanding space to explore your feelings and develop practical, personalised coping strategies.
I am deeply passionate about making psychological support accessible to all, ensuring that everyone—regardless of background or circumstance—receives the care they deserve. My approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a focus on each persons unique strengths, empowering them to build resilience and move forward with greater confidence.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, low mood, depression, grief, or navigating difficult life transitions, behavioural or mood difficulties, I aim to provide a safe and understanding space to explore your feelings and develop practical, personalised coping strategies.
I provide warm, evidence-based support for children, parents and families on the NSW Central Coast. With more than fifteen years' experience working with children in school settings and private practice, I support children across a range of areas of need including anxiety, emotion regulation, behaviour, confidence and self-esteem, grief and loss, and navigating life changes. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming support for children with needs related to ADHD and autism, When providing therapy to young children, I work closely with parents and carers so that what we learn in sessions can carry through to everyday family life.
I provide warm, evidence-based support for children, parents and families on the NSW Central Coast. With more than fifteen years' experience working with children in school settings and private practice, I support children across a range of areas of need including anxiety, emotion regulation, behaviour, confidence and self-esteem, grief and loss, and navigating life changes. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming support for children with needs related to ADHD and autism, When providing therapy to young children, I work closely with parents and carers so that what we learn in sessions can carry through to everyday family life.
Some of the reasons our clients seek our help include: Stress, Relationship breakdowns, Job-loss, Illness or bereavement, Prolonged anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Lack of confidence, or self-esteem, or a feeling of no direction, or life purpose. The name Mindful Synergi embodies a holistic and philosophical approach to counselling, and psychotherapy. As no one therapy or technique is right for everyone, we adapt our approach for each unique individual. Recognising that you are the expert on your own life, we support you through the personal process of self-discovery and transformation.
Some of the reasons our clients seek our help include: Stress, Relationship breakdowns, Job-loss, Illness or bereavement, Prolonged anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Lack of confidence, or self-esteem, or a feeling of no direction, or life purpose. The name Mindful Synergi embodies a holistic and philosophical approach to counselling, and psychotherapy. As no one therapy or technique is right for everyone, we adapt our approach for each unique individual. Recognising that you are the expert on your own life, we support you through the personal process of self-discovery and transformation.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFCT). This modality is evidence-based and offers hope to couples struggling with ongoing conflict. EFCT offers far more than communication skills and conflict resolution techniques. We will address the root causes of relationship distress to provide lasting results and build the relationship you are both longing for.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFCT). This modality is evidence-based and offers hope to couples struggling with ongoing conflict. EFCT offers far more than communication skills and conflict resolution techniques. We will address the root causes of relationship distress to provide lasting results and build the relationship you are both longing for.
I work best with women, young adults, and neurodivergent people navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism, life transitions, or challenges that feel difficult to untangle alone. Many come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, misunderstood, or exhausted from carrying things for too long. I offer an authentic and warm, trauma-informed approach that will meet you where you are to help you make sense of your experiences, build self-understanding, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work best with women, young adults, and neurodivergent people navigating anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism, life transitions, or challenges that feel difficult to untangle alone. Many come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, misunderstood, or exhausted from carrying things for too long. I offer an authentic and warm, trauma-informed approach that will meet you where you are to help you make sense of your experiences, build self-understanding, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Hi, I’m Leanne, a Counsellor, Art Therapist and EFT Practitioner with more than 30 years’ experience supporting women. I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what’s happening in your life, at a pace that feels right for you. Through conversation, creative expression and body-based approaches, we can make sense of patterns that may be keeping you stuck and find ways to meet yourself with more kindness.
Hi, I’m Leanne, a Counsellor, Art Therapist and EFT Practitioner with more than 30 years’ experience supporting women. I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what’s happening in your life, at a pace that feels right for you. Through conversation, creative expression and body-based approaches, we can make sense of patterns that may be keeping you stuck and find ways to meet yourself with more kindness.
Offering outdoor Walk and Talk sessions in parkland settings on the NSW Central Coast for adolescents (16yrs+) and adults. Outdoor sessions combine traditional psychological therapy with the added benefit of time spent in nature for improved health and wellbeing. I have carefully selected specific locations that are easily accessible for all, with flat walking trails and nearby parking and toilet facilities. A Telehealth option is available when the weather is unkind. Experience bespoke therapy that is co-designed with you for your specific needs and goals.
Offering outdoor Walk and Talk sessions in parkland settings on the NSW Central Coast for adolescents (16yrs+) and adults. Outdoor sessions combine traditional psychological therapy with the added benefit of time spent in nature for improved health and wellbeing. I have carefully selected specific locations that are easily accessible for all, with flat walking trails and nearby parking and toilet facilities. A Telehealth option is available when the weather is unkind. Experience bespoke therapy that is co-designed with you for your specific needs and goals.
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Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may know you should stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, cut back on drinking, or handle conflict differently, yet keep finding yourself back in the same place. I specialise in addiction, OCD, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, and couples therapy, using practical, research-backed approaches to understand and change the patterns that keep you stuck. Separately from my private practice, I work as a counsellor at an inpatient rehabilitation clinic in Switzerland, supporting patients with complex addiction and mental health conditions.
Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may know you should stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, cut back on drinking, or handle conflict differently, yet keep finding yourself back in the same place. I specialise in addiction, OCD, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, and couples therapy, using practical, research-backed approaches to understand and change the patterns that keep you stuck. Separately from my private practice, I work as a counsellor at an inpatient rehabilitation clinic in Switzerland, supporting patients with complex addiction and mental health conditions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, going through major life change, or making sense of your sexuality or gender? Welcome, I'm Julia. I support you to gain a greater sense of your preferences, hopes and befriend all parts of yourself. My style of therapy is conversational. I work to ensure you leave our sessions having found new territories of meaning, insight about your life and your skills in living. I am deeply informed by social justice and critical theory, and have qualifications in anti-oppressive and non-pathologising counselling approaches. I welcome all bodies, genders and identities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, going through major life change, or making sense of your sexuality or gender? Welcome, I'm Julia. I support you to gain a greater sense of your preferences, hopes and befriend all parts of yourself. My style of therapy is conversational. I work to ensure you leave our sessions having found new territories of meaning, insight about your life and your skills in living. I am deeply informed by social justice and critical theory, and have qualifications in anti-oppressive and non-pathologising counselling approaches. I welcome all bodies, genders and identities.
You may feel overwhelmed by your emotions or unsure how to make sense of them. I work with adults who want to better understand their inner world in a way that feels compassionate and non-judging. Rather than seeing your struggles as something “wrong” with you, I view your thoughts, emotions, and patterns as meaningful responses shaped by your experiences, ones that made sense at the time, even if they no longer serve you now.
You may feel overwhelmed by your emotions or unsure how to make sense of them. I work with adults who want to better understand their inner world in a way that feels compassionate and non-judging. Rather than seeing your struggles as something “wrong” with you, I view your thoughts, emotions, and patterns as meaningful responses shaped by your experiences, ones that made sense at the time, even if they no longer serve you now.
Most people don't reach out the moment things get hard. They get here after they've tried everything else: pushing through, staying busy, telling themselves it'll pass. If you're here, you've probably already done a lot of that. This is the next step.
The work we do doesn't just help you feel better. It helps you understand yourself more clearly, build real skills, and make changes that stick. That's what I work toward with everyone I see. If you're looking for a psychologist who will be present, honest, and genuinely invested in your progress, I'd love to hear from you.
Most people don't reach out the moment things get hard. They get here after they've tried everything else: pushing through, staying busy, telling themselves it'll pass. If you're here, you've probably already done a lot of that. This is the next step.
The work we do doesn't just help you feel better. It helps you understand yourself more clearly, build real skills, and make changes that stick. That's what I work toward with everyone I see. If you're looking for a psychologist who will be present, honest, and genuinely invested in your progress, I'd love to hear from you.
I am open to assisting a range of people with a range of issues within my own experience and training.
I am open to assisting a range of people with a range of issues within my own experience and training.
My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced counsellor and accredited Mental Health Social Worker. My work focuses on supporting adults who are feeling exhausted, stuck or overwhelmed by carrying the impacts of relational trauma and how it has shaped your relationship with yourself, others and your sense of safety in the world. Many clients I work with have experienced trauma in some form and are often burnt out by the demands of life in survival mode. I help clients to feel more grounded and connected, better understand their experiences and reduce feelings of shame and self-blame so they can live with greater ease and choice.
My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced counsellor and accredited Mental Health Social Worker. My work focuses on supporting adults who are feeling exhausted, stuck or overwhelmed by carrying the impacts of relational trauma and how it has shaped your relationship with yourself, others and your sense of safety in the world. Many clients I work with have experienced trauma in some form and are often burnt out by the demands of life in survival mode. I help clients to feel more grounded and connected, better understand their experiences and reduce feelings of shame and self-blame so they can live with greater ease and choice.
Seeking support takes a tremendous amount of courage and is an important first step in addressing issues that cause distress or unhappiness. I believe that creating a safe, welcoming and accepting space is essential in helping clients make contact with difficult experiences, and in developing a richer understanding of themselves and their emotions. With 20 years of experience working in community and inpatient mental health services, I use a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach which is client-led and tailored to individual needs. I have capacity to see people short-term or long-term.
Seeking support takes a tremendous amount of courage and is an important first step in addressing issues that cause distress or unhappiness. I believe that creating a safe, welcoming and accepting space is essential in helping clients make contact with difficult experiences, and in developing a richer understanding of themselves and their emotions. With 20 years of experience working in community and inpatient mental health services, I use a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach which is client-led and tailored to individual needs. I have capacity to see people short-term or long-term.
Tiff is a compassionate, trauma-informed counsellor specialising in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for children and families. With a strong foundation in early childhood education and counselling, Tiff helps young children process trauma, strengthen attachment bonds, and develop emotional resilience. Understanding the profound impact of early experiences, Tiff works closely with parents and caregivers to foster secure relationships and support healthy development.
Tiff is a compassionate, trauma-informed counsellor specialising in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for children and families. With a strong foundation in early childhood education and counselling, Tiff helps young children process trauma, strengthen attachment bonds, and develop emotional resilience. Understanding the profound impact of early experiences, Tiff works closely with parents and caregivers to foster secure relationships and support healthy development.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether your therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I enquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.