Emotionally Focused Psychologists and Therapists in Wickham, NSW
My unique range of modalities and experience offers targeted and effective treatments for individuals and couples struggling with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues and more. Clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected, seeking healing from past experiences. To break free from limiting beliefs, build confidence, and restore emotional balance. They need a compassionate space where they can feel seen, heard, and supported in their journey to self-discovery. Using a holistic approach with EMDR, IFS, and other powerful modalities, I help my clients to move forward toward healing, connection, and growth.
My unique range of modalities and experience offers targeted and effective treatments for individuals and couples struggling with trauma, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues and more. Clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected, seeking healing from past experiences. To break free from limiting beliefs, build confidence, and restore emotional balance. They need a compassionate space where they can feel seen, heard, and supported in their journey to self-discovery. Using a holistic approach with EMDR, IFS, and other powerful modalities, I help my clients to move forward toward healing, connection, and growth.
Are you struggling to communicate effectively with your partner and feeling stuck in the same unhealthy pattern? Or going through a difficult separation or divorce? I am an experienced Couples Counsellor and Separation / Divorce Mediator. I understand the importance of effective communication and conflict resolution. I became a counsellor to help people find their voice, validate their emotions, and gain a better understanding of themselves and their relationships.
Are you struggling to communicate effectively with your partner and feeling stuck in the same unhealthy pattern? Or going through a difficult separation or divorce? I am an experienced Couples Counsellor and Separation / Divorce Mediator. I understand the importance of effective communication and conflict resolution. I became a counsellor to help people find their voice, validate their emotions, and gain a better understanding of themselves and their relationships.
Tegan is a registered Psychologist with experience working in government and community mental health services before joining Private Practice. She is a warm and compassionate Psychologist who is passionate about supporting individuals attain greater mental health and wellbeing. Counselling sessions are centred around helping individuals gain deeper insight into themselves, their behavioural patterns and self-beliefs
Tegan is a registered Psychologist with experience working in government and community mental health services before joining Private Practice. She is a warm and compassionate Psychologist who is passionate about supporting individuals attain greater mental health and wellbeing. Counselling sessions are centred around helping individuals gain deeper insight into themselves, their behavioural patterns and self-beliefs
I am a qualified Emotionally Focused Therapist that help hundreds of people re-unite and stay connected once they have learned how to.
Relationship distress is common and most people who find they are having relationship issues are struggling to understand how to fix things.
People who need a couples therapist have normally experienced the toxic cycle of arguing and/or withdrawing from the relationship. Common relationship issues include emotional disconnection, Infidelity recovery, intimacy issues which results in communication breakdown. The goal of Relationship Counseling is to be given some tools on how to repair the damage so you can become united again.
I am a qualified Emotionally Focused Therapist that help hundreds of people re-unite and stay connected once they have learned how to.
Relationship distress is common and most people who find they are having relationship issues are struggling to understand how to fix things.
People who need a couples therapist have normally experienced the toxic cycle of arguing and/or withdrawing from the relationship. Common relationship issues include emotional disconnection, Infidelity recovery, intimacy issues which results in communication breakdown. The goal of Relationship Counseling is to be given some tools on how to repair the damage so you can become united again.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties or major life changes can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or unsure of yourself. You may be repeating patterns you want to change, finding it harder to cope at work or home, or knowing that something is not right. Masking, sensory overload and burnout can add strain for neurodivergent adults. Kath supports adults experiencing trauma, workplace issues, loss and life challanges. You do not need to have the right words before reaching out. Therapy can help you make sense of what is happening and find a way forward that feels manageable and meaningful.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties or major life changes can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or unsure of yourself. You may be repeating patterns you want to change, finding it harder to cope at work or home, or knowing that something is not right. Masking, sensory overload and burnout can add strain for neurodivergent adults. Kath supports adults experiencing trauma, workplace issues, loss and life challanges. You do not need to have the right words before reaching out. Therapy can help you make sense of what is happening and find a way forward that feels manageable and meaningful.
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Many of the adults I work with have spent years feeling misunderstood or overwhelmed. They might be navigating ADHD, autism spectrum traits or longstanding trauma, often without clear formulation or integrated support. Some have received a late diagnosis or recognise high masking patterns. Others struggle with emotional regulation, relationship strain or persistent distress that has not shifted with short-term approaches. They want clarity, stability and a deeper understanding of themselves.
Many of the adults I work with have spent years feeling misunderstood or overwhelmed. They might be navigating ADHD, autism spectrum traits or longstanding trauma, often without clear formulation or integrated support. Some have received a late diagnosis or recognise high masking patterns. Others struggle with emotional regulation, relationship strain or persistent distress that has not shifted with short-term approaches. They want clarity, stability and a deeper understanding of themselves.
As a Registered Nurse and Registered Counsellor, I bring a unique blend of clinical nursing knowledge and compassionate, person-centred approach to support my counselling work. I can provide support knowing that physical health challenges often carry emotional, psychological, and spiritual changes.
I bring a calm, compassionate and holistic approach to my counselling. I value trust, safety, and a genuine connection, creating a space where you can explore your experiences.
As a Registered Nurse and Registered Counsellor, I bring a unique blend of clinical nursing knowledge and compassionate, person-centred approach to support my counselling work. I can provide support knowing that physical health challenges often carry emotional, psychological, and spiritual changes.
I bring a calm, compassionate and holistic approach to my counselling. I value trust, safety, and a genuine connection, creating a space where you can explore your experiences.
I work with Couples and Individuals. Some of the common issues that couples bring to counselling are; communication issues, conflict, a break down in trust, affairs, mental health concerns that are impacting the relationship, lack of emotional and or physical intimacy, conflict and stress over parenting, grief, the impact of past traumas, transitioning into retirement and new relationships. The Imago Relationship Model facilitates a new way of communication that allows couples to understand themselves and their partner more deeply and bring greater safety, connection, healing, growth and joy.
I work with Couples and Individuals. Some of the common issues that couples bring to counselling are; communication issues, conflict, a break down in trust, affairs, mental health concerns that are impacting the relationship, lack of emotional and or physical intimacy, conflict and stress over parenting, grief, the impact of past traumas, transitioning into retirement and new relationships. The Imago Relationship Model facilitates a new way of communication that allows couples to understand themselves and their partner more deeply and bring greater safety, connection, healing, growth and joy.
My approach blends evidence-based therapy, somatic work, psychoeducation, ACT, and EFT (tapping), tailored to you.
You’re navigating life’s challenges (maybe stress, trauma, or just life in general?) and looking for support that actually fits you. You want therapy that’s flexible, validating, and feels more... well, like you. I'm a neurodivergent, queer clinical psychologist who meets people where they're at and sees them as a whole human being. No masking, no pressure- just show up as you are, and I will too.
My approach blends evidence-based therapy, somatic work, psychoeducation, ACT, and EFT (tapping), tailored to you.
You’re navigating life’s challenges (maybe stress, trauma, or just life in general?) and looking for support that actually fits you. You want therapy that’s flexible, validating, and feels more... well, like you. I'm a neurodivergent, queer clinical psychologist who meets people where they're at and sees them as a whole human being. No masking, no pressure- just show up as you are, and I will too.
People who feel stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected in relationships, or unsure how to move forward often come to see me. You might notice you overthink, shut down, react quickly, or feel not quite like yourself. Many clients are navigating the impact of past experiences, even if they wouldn’t call it trauma. Couples often feel caught in the same arguments or distance and want to understand what’s happening underneath and find a different way forward.
People who feel stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected in relationships, or unsure how to move forward often come to see me. You might notice you overthink, shut down, react quickly, or feel not quite like yourself. Many clients are navigating the impact of past experiences, even if they wouldn’t call it trauma. Couples often feel caught in the same arguments or distance and want to understand what’s happening underneath and find a different way forward.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They may struggle with anxiety, unresolved family dynamics, or challenges in their relationship. What they truly need is a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. Their goal is to heal, find clarity, and build healthier relationships — with themselves and others. They want change because they long for emotional balance, deeper connection, and a more authentic life.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They may struggle with anxiety, unresolved family dynamics, or challenges in their relationship. What they truly need is a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. Their goal is to heal, find clarity, and build healthier relationships — with themselves and others. They want change because they long for emotional balance, deeper connection, and a more authentic life.
Relational Coaching is my personalised approach to helping people get on with one another and with life. I like coaching as a metaphor because it is positive, outcome orientated and has an everyday feel to it. One way of looking at counselling is to see it as a safe place to say what you need to say, to discover ways of saying what you need to say, to have someone hear (really hear) what you need to say, and to help you say it well!
Relational Coaching is my personalised approach to helping people get on with one another and with life. I like coaching as a metaphor because it is positive, outcome orientated and has an everyday feel to it. One way of looking at counselling is to see it as a safe place to say what you need to say, to discover ways of saying what you need to say, to have someone hear (really hear) what you need to say, and to help you say it well!
Sarah draws upon her wealth of experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) for couples.
Sarah James is an empathetic and compassionate Psychologist who is committed to supporting individuals build upon their strengths through adversity. She places the utmost importance on developing a warm and inviting therapeutic relationship to create significant change. Sarah works collaboratively with her clients, tailoring therapy to meet the client’s needs. Private practice has always been her passion, with particular interest in helping people to overcome their traumas, anxieties and relationship difficulties. It’s in this space that Sarah can draw on her experience in other areas to best support her clients.
Sarah draws upon her wealth of experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) for couples.
Sarah James is an empathetic and compassionate Psychologist who is committed to supporting individuals build upon their strengths through adversity. She places the utmost importance on developing a warm and inviting therapeutic relationship to create significant change. Sarah works collaboratively with her clients, tailoring therapy to meet the client’s needs. Private practice has always been her passion, with particular interest in helping people to overcome their traumas, anxieties and relationship difficulties. It’s in this space that Sarah can draw on her experience in other areas to best support her clients.
As a relationship therapist, I support individuals and couples navigating a range of challenges, including communication breakdowns, conflict, trust issues, intimacy concerns, life transitions, and emotional disconnection. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences, understand patterns, and express their needs. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your connection, rebuild trust, or navigate a separation with care, my goal is to help you develop the tools, insight, and emotional resilience needed to foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships—both with others and yourself.
As a relationship therapist, I support individuals and couples navigating a range of challenges, including communication breakdowns, conflict, trust issues, intimacy concerns, life transitions, and emotional disconnection. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences, understand patterns, and express their needs. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your connection, rebuild trust, or navigate a separation with care, my goal is to help you develop the tools, insight, and emotional resilience needed to foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships—both with others and yourself.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I use evidence-based relationship therapies, including Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and ACT, to help couples strengthen communication, rebuild trust, deepen emotional connection, and break unhelpful patterns.
Hi, I’m Jo, a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and relationship specialist offering online therapy across Australia.
I specialise in helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, improve communication, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, and reconnect emotionally. Many of my clients feel stuck in painful patterns, disconnected from their partner, or overwhelmed by the impact of stress, trauma, parenting challenges, or addiction on their relationships.
Using a warm, compassionate, and evidence-based approach, I help clients gain insight, deepen understanding, and create healthier, more connected relationships.
I use evidence-based relationship therapies, including Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and ACT, to help couples strengthen communication, rebuild trust, deepen emotional connection, and break unhelpful patterns.
Hi, I’m Jo, a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and relationship specialist offering online therapy across Australia.
I specialise in helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, improve communication, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, and reconnect emotionally. Many of my clients feel stuck in painful patterns, disconnected from their partner, or overwhelmed by the impact of stress, trauma, parenting challenges, or addiction on their relationships.
Using a warm, compassionate, and evidence-based approach, I help clients gain insight, deepen understanding, and create healthier, more connected relationships.
Trauma and EMDR specialist; helping clients to overcome painful memories preventing them from living a full and happy life. Many clients tell me they are amazed how EMDR has transferred their lives, and the results they have achieved.
Trauma and EMDR specialist; helping clients to overcome painful memories preventing them from living a full and happy life. Many clients tell me they are amazed how EMDR has transferred their lives, and the results they have achieved.
Here at Heal the Mind Psychology, Fiona supports individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by grief, loss, anxiety, depression, stress, or major life changes. Many people come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck, disconnected, or struggling to cope with challenges on their own. Fiona provides a compassionate and supportive space where you'll feel heard, understood, and safe to explore your experiences. Together, she helps you build resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
Here at Heal the Mind Psychology, Fiona supports individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by grief, loss, anxiety, depression, stress, or major life changes. Many people come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck, disconnected, or struggling to cope with challenges on their own. Fiona provides a compassionate and supportive space where you'll feel heard, understood, and safe to explore your experiences. Together, she helps you build resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
I draw from different models of therapy such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Hi, I’m Sandra, a degree-qualified Clinical Counsellor with more than 15 years of experience supporting adults through life's challenges. As a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), I have worked across both not-for-profit organisations and private practice, providing counselling to people experiencing a wide range of concerns.
I draw from different models of therapy such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
Hi, I’m Sandra, a degree-qualified Clinical Counsellor with more than 15 years of experience supporting adults through life's challenges. As a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), I have worked across both not-for-profit organisations and private practice, providing counselling to people experiencing a wide range of concerns.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.