Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychologists and Therapists in Westmead, NSW
Hi I'm Karen! I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience. I'm very passionate about empowering people to realise their true potential. I'm here to guide you to go beyond your thoughts and to discover your true self and the light that shines within you. While traditional psychology deals with the mind, my approach looks at the person as a whole, taking into consideration mind, body and breath. I use a client centred approach to therapy which is integrative and empirically based.
Hi I'm Karen! I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience. I'm very passionate about empowering people to realise their true potential. I'm here to guide you to go beyond your thoughts and to discover your true self and the light that shines within you. While traditional psychology deals with the mind, my approach looks at the person as a whole, taking into consideration mind, body and breath. I use a client centred approach to therapy which is integrative and empirically based.
My special interest areas are eating disorders, mood issues such as depression, trauma and complex trauma, anxiety and OCD.
Getting to hear and know my clients’ stories is an incredible privilege. I see therapy as a partnership, where we work as a team to get you to where you want to be. Offering my clients hope and restoration even in the midst of the most difficult seasons is one of my greatest joys. I have worked in hospital inpatient and community settings, universities and in various private practice settings. When I am not seeing clients, I enjoy training and supervising clinicians in treatment of eating disorders through my role at the InsideOut Institute.
My special interest areas are eating disorders, mood issues such as depression, trauma and complex trauma, anxiety and OCD.
Getting to hear and know my clients’ stories is an incredible privilege. I see therapy as a partnership, where we work as a team to get you to where you want to be. Offering my clients hope and restoration even in the midst of the most difficult seasons is one of my greatest joys. I have worked in hospital inpatient and community settings, universities and in various private practice settings. When I am not seeing clients, I enjoy training and supervising clinicians in treatment of eating disorders through my role at the InsideOut Institute.
I am an educational and developmental psychologist with a particular interest in childhood, adolescent, and adult mental health, resilience building, and positive well-being. I practise from my clinic and provide specialised support to clients of all ages, empowering them to work through and achieve their treatment goals in a caring and safe environment.
I am an educational and developmental psychologist with a particular interest in childhood, adolescent, and adult mental health, resilience building, and positive well-being. I practise from my clinic and provide specialised support to clients of all ages, empowering them to work through and achieve their treatment goals in a caring and safe environment.
Hi, I am Usha and I am dedicated to creating a compassionate and supportive space where you can explore your pain and begin your journey toward healing. With over 12 years of experience in trauma recovery and a diverse background in counseling and psychology, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs. My goal is to empower you, rebuild your inner strength, and help you regain control over your life. You don’t have to face this alone—together, we will work towards a future filled with hope and resilience.
Hi, I am Usha and I am dedicated to creating a compassionate and supportive space where you can explore your pain and begin your journey toward healing. With over 12 years of experience in trauma recovery and a diverse background in counseling and psychology, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs. My goal is to empower you, rebuild your inner strength, and help you regain control over your life. You don’t have to face this alone—together, we will work towards a future filled with hope and resilience.
I am a registered psychologist passionate about helping adults navigate life’s challenges, gain deeper self-awareness, and build the hope and courage needed to make meaningful changes. My aim is to guide clients toward healthier lives and stronger relationships. For more information about the issues I'm able to help with, please refer to my website.
I am a registered psychologist passionate about helping adults navigate life’s challenges, gain deeper self-awareness, and build the hope and courage needed to make meaningful changes. My aim is to guide clients toward healthier lives and stronger relationships. For more information about the issues I'm able to help with, please refer to my website.
I am a caring and compassionate multilingual psychologist fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. I work with all age groups and address a wide range of psychological issues, including adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, phobias, mood and thinking disorders, psychosis, life transitions, identity and self-esteem, relationships, cross-cultural challenges, and work-related concerns. I also provide career coaching, pre/post-marriage counselling, parenting advice, Christian counselling, and cognitive assessments.
I am a caring and compassionate multilingual psychologist fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. I work with all age groups and address a wide range of psychological issues, including adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, phobias, mood and thinking disorders, psychosis, life transitions, identity and self-esteem, relationships, cross-cultural challenges, and work-related concerns. I also provide career coaching, pre/post-marriage counselling, parenting advice, Christian counselling, and cognitive assessments.
Mathew is an empathic and understanding Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping clients explore their difficulties and pursue meaningful changes in their lives. He has extensive experience working with a diverse range of issues, including anxiety, depression, burnout, self-confidence, trauma, grief, and adjustment to major life changes. Mathew has a special interest in working with addiction. He has previously served at addiction centres and gambling clinics, including the Centre for Addiction Medicine at Cumberland Hospital. He has also facilitated training workshops in Sydney and interstate.
Mathew is an empathic and understanding Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping clients explore their difficulties and pursue meaningful changes in their lives. He has extensive experience working with a diverse range of issues, including anxiety, depression, burnout, self-confidence, trauma, grief, and adjustment to major life changes. Mathew has a special interest in working with addiction. He has previously served at addiction centres and gambling clinics, including the Centre for Addiction Medicine at Cumberland Hospital. He has also facilitated training workshops in Sydney and interstate.
Ashleigh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who supports individuals navigating a variety of concerns, with a special interest in complex life transitions, including cancer, chronic illness, grief, and late diagnosis ADHD/ASD. She recognises that every individual is unique and tailors treatment to suit each client’s needs, values, and goals, drawing from a range of evidence based approaches.
Her approach is both practical and reflective, supporting clients to make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings while building strategies to cope and navigate challenges. She often integrates creative and visual tools in her sessions.
Ashleigh is a warm and compassionate psychologist who supports individuals navigating a variety of concerns, with a special interest in complex life transitions, including cancer, chronic illness, grief, and late diagnosis ADHD/ASD. She recognises that every individual is unique and tailors treatment to suit each client’s needs, values, and goals, drawing from a range of evidence based approaches.
Her approach is both practical and reflective, supporting clients to make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings while building strategies to cope and navigate challenges. She often integrates creative and visual tools in her sessions.
Life feels overwhelming. You may struggle with self-doubt, emotional pain from past trauma, pressure of life transitions, feeling disconnected from yourself and uncertain about how to move forward. Perhaps low self-esteem and negative thought and behaviour patterns have left you feeling trapped in cycles that no longer serve you. What you need isn’t just coping strategies—you need a therapist who truly sees you, understands you, and walks alongside you in your healing journey. Someone who listens without judgment, helps you make sense of your experiences, and provides you the tools to help you live your best life and thrive.
Life feels overwhelming. You may struggle with self-doubt, emotional pain from past trauma, pressure of life transitions, feeling disconnected from yourself and uncertain about how to move forward. Perhaps low self-esteem and negative thought and behaviour patterns have left you feeling trapped in cycles that no longer serve you. What you need isn’t just coping strategies—you need a therapist who truly sees you, understands you, and walks alongside you in your healing journey. Someone who listens without judgment, helps you make sense of your experiences, and provides you the tools to help you live your best life and thrive.
Rosalynn has worked extensively with children and adults. She understands the development stages of children and young adults well and has helped many to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety and addiction. Rosalynn is also an experienced counsellor working with adults who are suffering from various psychological issues and addiction. She has also worked with many clients who faced abuse and trauma.
Rosalynn has worked extensively with children and adults. She understands the development stages of children and young adults well and has helped many to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety and addiction. Rosalynn is also an experienced counsellor working with adults who are suffering from various psychological issues and addiction. She has also worked with many clients who faced abuse and trauma.
Having worked with some of the most vulnerable communities in Sydney, Clinical Psychologist Jo Gravina has the ability to make anyone feel at ease. She understands that trust, empathy, and understanding are central to a therapeutic relationship, and views the opportunity to be witness to a patient’s story as a privilege. She prides herself on her warm and friendly demeanour, as well as her ability to remain non-judgmental to her patients, no matter what issues they face. Jo views her role as much more than a job. She sees it as an opportunity to enrich the lives of others, through compassion and evidence based therapy.
Having worked with some of the most vulnerable communities in Sydney, Clinical Psychologist Jo Gravina has the ability to make anyone feel at ease. She understands that trust, empathy, and understanding are central to a therapeutic relationship, and views the opportunity to be witness to a patient’s story as a privilege. She prides herself on her warm and friendly demeanour, as well as her ability to remain non-judgmental to her patients, no matter what issues they face. Jo views her role as much more than a job. She sees it as an opportunity to enrich the lives of others, through compassion and evidence based therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist deeply passionate about helping clients build skills to live healthy and meaningful lives. As every individual has different experiences and needs, I employ evidence-based treatments tailored to align with your personal requirements. I am trained in EMDR, IFS, CBT, ACT and DBT. I have experience working with individuals of all ages with mild to severe mental health concerns. My goal is to guide and work alongside your therapeutic journey to personal improvement and psychological wellbeing.
I am a Clinical Psychologist deeply passionate about helping clients build skills to live healthy and meaningful lives. As every individual has different experiences and needs, I employ evidence-based treatments tailored to align with your personal requirements. I am trained in EMDR, IFS, CBT, ACT and DBT. I have experience working with individuals of all ages with mild to severe mental health concerns. My goal is to guide and work alongside your therapeutic journey to personal improvement and psychological wellbeing.
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I work with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD/ROCD, relationship anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, and poor relationship to self.
Understanding a problem can be helpful, but insight alone is often not enough to create lasting change. My approach is practical and focused on identifying the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, then developing new ways of responding through behavioural change, self-compassion, communication skills, emotion regulation, and problem-solving.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD/ROCD, relationship anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, and poor relationship to self.
Understanding a problem can be helpful, but insight alone is often not enough to create lasting change. My approach is practical and focused on identifying the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, then developing new ways of responding through behavioural change, self-compassion, communication skills, emotion regulation, and problem-solving.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
Expertise in treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
I am a clinical psychologist, providing psychological services to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, and adjustment disorder. I have a special interest and clinical experience in treating patients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder via orthodox evidenced based treatment.
Expertise in treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
I am a clinical psychologist, providing psychological services to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, and adjustment disorder. I have a special interest and clinical experience in treating patients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder via orthodox evidenced based treatment.
Whilst I specialise in treating anxiety disorders, phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), I also enjoy working with people with a range of other concerns, including grief and loss, eating disorders, trauma, depression, study-related stress, low self-esteem, and difficulties managing emotions.
I'm a registered psychologist who is passionate about ensuring my clients feel heard, validated, and respected, whilst empowering them to utilise their strengths and make changes to achieve a more fulfilling life. I have a gentle therapeutic style and work collaboratively, tailoring my treatment specifically for every client.
Whilst I specialise in treating anxiety disorders, phobias and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), I also enjoy working with people with a range of other concerns, including grief and loss, eating disorders, trauma, depression, study-related stress, low self-esteem, and difficulties managing emotions.
I'm a registered psychologist who is passionate about ensuring my clients feel heard, validated, and respected, whilst empowering them to utilise their strengths and make changes to achieve a more fulfilling life. I have a gentle therapeutic style and work collaboratively, tailoring my treatment specifically for every client.
I specialise in addictions, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, and couples therapy, working with high-functioning professionals managing demanding lives while struggling privately.
My approach is structured, practical, and results-focused. We identify what’s driving your patterns and use science-backed tools to help you respond differently. You’ll leave sessions with strategies you can apply immediately, with many clients noticing meaningful shifts within 4–6 sessions.
I specialise in addictions, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, and couples therapy, working with high-functioning professionals managing demanding lives while struggling privately.
My approach is structured, practical, and results-focused. We identify what’s driving your patterns and use science-backed tools to help you respond differently. You’ll leave sessions with strategies you can apply immediately, with many clients noticing meaningful shifts within 4–6 sessions.
My treatment focuses include OCD, anxiety, depression, support with the infertility journey, perinatal (pre-and-postnatal) support, parenting, PTSD and complex trauma.
I have several years’ experience in supporting adolescents, adults and parents using a collaborative treatment approach. Depending on your needs and preferences my therapeutic approach draws on several evidence-based models including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and motivational interviewing.
My treatment focuses include OCD, anxiety, depression, support with the infertility journey, perinatal (pre-and-postnatal) support, parenting, PTSD and complex trauma.
I have several years’ experience in supporting adolescents, adults and parents using a collaborative treatment approach. Depending on your needs and preferences my therapeutic approach draws on several evidence-based models including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and motivational interviewing.
I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including Pure-O, and work extensively with schema therapy to help shift entrenched patterns of self-criticism, self sabotage, & attachment trauma. I also support recovery from anxiety disorders, and I’m a strong advocate for safe tapering & informed consent regarding psychotropic medications.
I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including Pure-O, and work extensively with schema therapy to help shift entrenched patterns of self-criticism, self sabotage, & attachment trauma. I also support recovery from anxiety disorders, and I’m a strong advocate for safe tapering & informed consent regarding psychotropic medications.
Nearby Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists Searches for Westmead
- Baulkham Hills
- Bella Vista
- Blacktown
- Carlingford
- Merrylands
- North Parramatta
- North Rocks
- Northmead
- Parramatta
- Seven Hills
- Wentworthville
- Winston Hills
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.