Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Waverton, NSW

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Caitlin Wright
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
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Jennifer Rathjen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a wide range of experience. I primarily utilise enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to allow individuals to learn the skills needed to manage emotional distress, strengthen their ability to cope with future challenges and achieve personal, relationship and professional life goals. Additionally I offer longer term psychotherapy for more complex issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a wide range of experience. I primarily utilise enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to allow individuals to learn the skills needed to manage emotional distress, strengthen their ability to cope with future challenges and achieve personal, relationship and professional life goals. Additionally I offer longer term psychotherapy for more complex issues.
(02) 9100 0650 View (02) 9100 0650
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Nina Thompson
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
​I have experience working with the following: anxiety / overwhelm / depression / trauma / relationship issues / disordered eating / OCD / addiction recovery and general life challenges,
Using a range of techniques and a compassionate, tailored approach, I guide clients to understand themselves better and love themselves more. ​I aim to foster trust, authenticity, and a genuine partnership on your path to healing, resilience and well-being.
​I have experience working with the following: anxiety / overwhelm / depression / trauma / relationship issues / disordered eating / OCD / addiction recovery and general life challenges,
Using a range of techniques and a compassionate, tailored approach, I guide clients to understand themselves better and love themselves more. ​I aim to foster trust, authenticity, and a genuine partnership on your path to healing, resilience and well-being.
(02) 9100 0186 View (02) 9100 0186
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JFox Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
ADHD Management, Motivational Coaching and Mentorship, Anxiety any Depression, C-PTSD, Grief and Loss, Relationship and Couples Counselling, Eating Disorders, DBT Skills Development, Interpersonal Effectiveness, CBT Behavioural Analysis, Sex Therapy, Trauma Infromed Approches.
At J Fox Counselling, we understand the core values of mental health and the power of lived experiences. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I offer the skills that have personally transformed my own life, bringing profound joy and meaning to my work and sense of self. Together, we will focus on the areas that matter most to you, guiding you towards a more mindful and intentional life. Let's ask ourselves the right honest questions, empowering you to live for more.
ADHD Management, Motivational Coaching and Mentorship, Anxiety any Depression, C-PTSD, Grief and Loss, Relationship and Couples Counselling, Eating Disorders, DBT Skills Development, Interpersonal Effectiveness, CBT Behavioural Analysis, Sex Therapy, Trauma Infromed Approches.
At J Fox Counselling, we understand the core values of mental health and the power of lived experiences. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I offer the skills that have personally transformed my own life, bringing profound joy and meaning to my work and sense of self. Together, we will focus on the areas that matter most to you, guiding you towards a more mindful and intentional life. Let's ask ourselves the right honest questions, empowering you to live for more.
(02) 9100 0635 View (02) 9100 0635
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Matt White
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist in Crows Nest providing therapy for anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, anger, men’s mental health and life transitions.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and schema-informed approaches. My work focuses on helping you understand patterns, manage difficult emotions, reduce overthinking and build resilience.
I am a registered psychologist in Crows Nest providing therapy for anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, anger, men’s mental health and life transitions.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and schema-informed approaches. My work focuses on helping you understand patterns, manage difficult emotions, reduce overthinking and build resilience.
0485 974 816 View 0485 974 816
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Carol Marando
Psychotherapist, MA, ANZAP
Serves Area
Our old coping strategies fail and we become stressed, depressed, anxious, isolated, angry, fed up, stuck, lost or hopeless.
I seek to develop a way of working with you that is uniquely suited to your issues, personality and readiness for change. I offer maturity that only age and experience can bring. In therapy with my clients we work together, developing clarity and insight into the causes of pain and suffering. My work is trauma-informed and, safety and trust are a priority.
Our old coping strategies fail and we become stressed, depressed, anxious, isolated, angry, fed up, stuck, lost or hopeless.
I seek to develop a way of working with you that is uniquely suited to your issues, personality and readiness for change. I offer maturity that only age and experience can bring. In therapy with my clients we work together, developing clarity and insight into the causes of pain and suffering. My work is trauma-informed and, safety and trust are a priority.
(02) 8074 1972 View (02) 8074 1972
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Anna Sheppard
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I offer trauma informed, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety, stress or depression.
I help teens and adults overcome anxiety, stress, depression and burnout to re-engage with a richer, more rewarding life. I tailor my approach and environment to suit my clients' unique needs. I have worked with teenagers for many years, and I help clients of all ages build on their strengths and embrace positive change.
I offer trauma informed, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety, stress or depression.
I help teens and adults overcome anxiety, stress, depression and burnout to re-engage with a richer, more rewarding life. I tailor my approach and environment to suit my clients' unique needs. I have worked with teenagers for many years, and I help clients of all ages build on their strengths and embrace positive change.
(02) 9100 0020 View (02) 9100 0020
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Louise Adams
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with adults navigating eating disorders, body image issues, burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
I have extensive expertise across a range of psychological concerns. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, empowering clients to become their own therapist. I understand the complexities of being human, adapting my approach to consider trauma, neurodivergence, health challenges, stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
I work with adults navigating eating disorders, body image issues, burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
I have extensive expertise across a range of psychological concerns. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, empowering clients to become their own therapist. I understand the complexities of being human, adapting my approach to consider trauma, neurodivergence, health challenges, stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
(02) 9000 1212 View (02) 9000 1212

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Christina Dionisopoulos
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Hurstville, NSW 2220
Through CBT, Solution Focused therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy I can assist individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low mood, post-traumatic stress disorder, work related stress, adjustment disorder and pain management.
As a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years experience I understand the need to access support as soon as possible and to ensure that the client is provided with the tools and strategies in order for them to make positive changes in their lives. That is why TIVITI was established . To provide Positivity through Psychology. My aim is to help empower people to explore the challenges they are facing in life and make positive changes.
Through CBT, Solution Focused therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy I can assist individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low mood, post-traumatic stress disorder, work related stress, adjustment disorder and pain management.
As a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years experience I understand the need to access support as soon as possible and to ensure that the client is provided with the tools and strategies in order for them to make positive changes in their lives. That is why TIVITI was established . To provide Positivity through Psychology. My aim is to help empower people to explore the challenges they are facing in life and make positive changes.
(02) 8806 1212 View (02) 8806 1212
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Leanda Chan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
By unravelling these patterns, we see a reduction in anxious, depressive, and stress symptoms, among many other issues.
I am a warm and compassionate Registered Psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy with an approach that is attachment-based. I work collaboratively with clients to explore the underlying patterns that shape current relationships and self-perception, in order to foster meaningful and lasting change.
By unravelling these patterns, we see a reduction in anxious, depressive, and stress symptoms, among many other issues.
I am a warm and compassionate Registered Psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy with an approach that is attachment-based. I work collaboratively with clients to explore the underlying patterns that shape current relationships and self-perception, in order to foster meaningful and lasting change.
0406 631 476 View 0406 631 476
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Helena Andrejko
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Paddington, NSW 2021
My number one priority is establishing a trusting rapport so we can start exploring difficulties you are facing in your life whether it be relationship problems, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, trauma that is still much alive or other concerns.
I am convinced that you were born to thrive regardless your circumstances or challenges. Clients find me easy to talk to, whatever concern they bring. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you will be able to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences freely.
My number one priority is establishing a trusting rapport so we can start exploring difficulties you are facing in your life whether it be relationship problems, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, trauma that is still much alive or other concerns.
I am convinced that you were born to thrive regardless your circumstances or challenges. Clients find me easy to talk to, whatever concern they bring. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you will be able to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences freely.
(02) 8074 1571 View (02) 8074 1571
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Elke Ponczek
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
These include: anxiety, panic attacks, worry and perfectionism, social anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, assertive communication, childhood trauma, personality disorders, past sexual assault, and low self-esteem.
Currently accepting new clients. Elke is offering telehealth psychological services (via videoconferencing and telephone). With more than 20 years of experience, she has worked with people from all walks of life. Working collaboratively, she takes a client-centred approach to help individuals identify and make the changes required to achieve their goals. Elke has an accepting and non-judgemental manner. Her friendly and warm approach facilitates openness as people explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe space. Her practices are trauma focused and Elke is an LGBTIQA+ affirming practitioner.
These include: anxiety, panic attacks, worry and perfectionism, social anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, assertive communication, childhood trauma, personality disorders, past sexual assault, and low self-esteem.
Currently accepting new clients. Elke is offering telehealth psychological services (via videoconferencing and telephone). With more than 20 years of experience, she has worked with people from all walks of life. Working collaboratively, she takes a client-centred approach to help individuals identify and make the changes required to achieve their goals. Elke has an accepting and non-judgemental manner. Her friendly and warm approach facilitates openness as people explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe space. Her practices are trauma focused and Elke is an LGBTIQA+ affirming practitioner.
(03) 7003 2763 View (03) 7003 2763
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Olivia Garnett
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
I am a friendly and dedicated Clinical Psychologist passionate about helping clients overcome and manage psychological distress. I have experience in a range of settings including 10 years in private practice. I have training in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR and complex trauma therapy.
I am a friendly and dedicated Clinical Psychologist passionate about helping clients overcome and manage psychological distress. I have experience in a range of settings including 10 years in private practice. I have training in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR and complex trauma therapy.
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Caroline Kornek
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I’m Caroline. I’m a dedicated registered psychologist with a person-centered and neuro-affirmative approach to my practice. I know therapy can be a daunting experience where you’re put in a very vulnerable position with a stranger. I try to create a space where my clients can take their time to open up, so they feel emotionally safe and ultimately seen.
Hello, I’m Caroline. I’m a dedicated registered psychologist with a person-centered and neuro-affirmative approach to my practice. I know therapy can be a daunting experience where you’re put in a very vulnerable position with a stranger. I try to create a space where my clients can take their time to open up, so they feel emotionally safe and ultimately seen.
(07) 4065 8143 View (07) 4065 8143
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Esther Sammut Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I believe a life of meaning, fulfillment and happiness is possible for every person, from those with slightly tiresome moods or behaviours to those with severely wounded pasts. It can be achieved through a guided therapeutic process which combines scientific research and experience with careful assessment into each person's mental barriers, unhelpful traits and recurrent emotional patterns. My practice of over 16 years, offers a caring, intuitive, nuanced approach uniquely tailored to your needs while utilizing the latest evidence based, neuro-scientifically informed treatments
I believe a life of meaning, fulfillment and happiness is possible for every person, from those with slightly tiresome moods or behaviours to those with severely wounded pasts. It can be achieved through a guided therapeutic process which combines scientific research and experience with careful assessment into each person's mental barriers, unhelpful traits and recurrent emotional patterns. My practice of over 16 years, offers a caring, intuitive, nuanced approach uniquely tailored to your needs while utilizing the latest evidence based, neuro-scientifically informed treatments
(03) 7003 2840 View (03) 7003 2840
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Dr Christina Farrell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Brookvale, NSW 2100
Balanced Living Psychology is the vision of Principal Psychologist, Christina Farrell. We are a compassionate practice that is dedicated to helping you navigate through your challenges. We specialise in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological and mental health problems. Working with adults, teenagers and families to understand their specific issue and circumstances. Using the available evidence-based techniques and therapies to develop intervention strategies tailored to best help each individual client.
Balanced Living Psychology is the vision of Principal Psychologist, Christina Farrell. We are a compassionate practice that is dedicated to helping you navigate through your challenges. We specialise in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological and mental health problems. Working with adults, teenagers and families to understand their specific issue and circumstances. Using the available evidence-based techniques and therapies to develop intervention strategies tailored to best help each individual client.
(02) 9053 4642 View (02) 9053 4642
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The Anxiety Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
The Anxiety Clinic Team are a group of dedicated Clinical and Registered Psychologists who are available in-person or online to assist you with anxiety, burnout, depression, low mood and all areas of mental health.
We offer online and in-person appointments from Bondi Junction. We help with anxiety and all areas of mental health.
The Anxiety Clinic Team are a group of dedicated Clinical and Registered Psychologists who are available in-person or online to assist you with anxiety, burnout, depression, low mood and all areas of mental health.
We offer online and in-person appointments from Bondi Junction. We help with anxiety and all areas of mental health.
(02) 9100 0386 View (02) 9100 0386
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Horizon Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I help women struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, and emotional overwhelm.
I’m a registered psychologist in Bondi Junction and Summer Hill, offering a calm, nurturing space for women who are tired of being strong. I support high-functioning women who feel burnt out from holding everything together — mothers who never stop giving, career women with heavy workloads, and many trying to do both while feeling exhausted inside. You look capable on the outside, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed and running on empty. If that’s you, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to keep coping quietly.
I help women struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, and emotional overwhelm.
I’m a registered psychologist in Bondi Junction and Summer Hill, offering a calm, nurturing space for women who are tired of being strong. I support high-functioning women who feel burnt out from holding everything together — mothers who never stop giving, career women with heavy workloads, and many trying to do both while feeling exhausted inside. You look capable on the outside, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed and running on empty. If that’s you, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to keep coping quietly.
1300 850 154 View 1300 850 154
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Helen Qin Counselling (English, Mandarin)
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, traumas that has impacted to their relationships or career.
Hello, I am a registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 12 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, traumas that has impacted to their relationships or career.
Hello, I am a registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 12 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
(02) 9098 5155 View (02) 9098 5155
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Edwina Ritchie
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Galston, NSW 2159
I have a special interest in supporting people experiencing anxiety and depression including post-natal depression, and those with a history of trauma but support a wide range of difficulties.
Whether you’re facing everyday stress or major life changes, I provide evidence-based, compassionate care to help you move forward. I believe therapy is not just about reducing symptoms — it’s about helping you envisage a brighter, more meaningful future. I provide a comfortable, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for children (8+), adolescents, and adults to explore their experiences, build new skills, and move toward the life they want to live.
I have a special interest in supporting people experiencing anxiety and depression including post-natal depression, and those with a history of trauma but support a wide range of difficulties.
Whether you’re facing everyday stress or major life changes, I provide evidence-based, compassionate care to help you move forward. I believe therapy is not just about reducing symptoms — it’s about helping you envisage a brighter, more meaningful future. I provide a comfortable, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for children (8+), adolescents, and adults to explore their experiences, build new skills, and move toward the life they want to live.
0435 147 553 View 0435 147 553
Depression Therapists
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.