Geriatric Psychologists and Therapists in Wollongong, NSW
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
PSYCA Psychological Counselling and Assessments
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Ashleigh and Mirelda are qualified and experienced psychologists who are registered with AHPRA and who are members of the Association of Psychologists (AAPi).
They enjoy working with clients of all ages, and have particular experience in assessing children and adults for autism, ADHD, cognitive impairments and learning difficulties. They support clients seeking counselling for a range of concerns, including relationships, anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
Ashleigh and Mirelda are qualified and experienced psychologists who are registered with AHPRA and who are members of the Association of Psychologists (AAPi).
They enjoy working with clients of all ages, and have particular experience in assessing children and adults for autism, ADHD, cognitive impairments and learning difficulties. They support clients seeking counselling for a range of concerns, including relationships, anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns they don’t fully understand. You may look like you’re coping on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, flat, ashamed, or alone. I work with adults who are seeking more than surface-level coping strategies. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in relational psychodynamic therapy (Conversational Model). This means we pay close attention to emotional experience and how it unfolds in the room between us. Together, we gently explore how past relationships and life experiences may still shape your current reactions, relationships, and sense of self.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns they don’t fully understand. You may look like you’re coping on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, flat, ashamed, or alone. I work with adults who are seeking more than surface-level coping strategies. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in relational psychodynamic therapy (Conversational Model). This means we pay close attention to emotional experience and how it unfolds in the room between us. Together, we gently explore how past relationships and life experiences may still shape your current reactions, relationships, and sense of self.
Hello and welcome to your Counselling Therapist Tracey. I absolutely love my work in the helping profession and would be honoured to hear your story. At times our lives can be turned upside down or spiral out of control. We can feel overwhelmed, anxious and isolated not knowing how to manage these experiences. My aim as your therapist is to listen, support and walk along side you during these difficult times. I would assist in helping you find your inner strength to empower you on your journey to a more meaningful way of life.
Hello and welcome to your Counselling Therapist Tracey. I absolutely love my work in the helping profession and would be honoured to hear your story. At times our lives can be turned upside down or spiral out of control. We can feel overwhelmed, anxious and isolated not knowing how to manage these experiences. My aim as your therapist is to listen, support and walk along side you during these difficult times. I would assist in helping you find your inner strength to empower you on your journey to a more meaningful way of life.
Our team of psychologists work with people and schools across Nowra and the greater Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions to provide counselling and help people resolve issues they feel are getting in the way of reaching their potential. At Shoalhaven Psychology Services we believe in whole well-being and addressing all aspects of the self internally and externally to attain capacity for processing and adapting in life.
Our team of psychologists work with people and schools across Nowra and the greater Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions to provide counselling and help people resolve issues they feel are getting in the way of reaching their potential. At Shoalhaven Psychology Services we believe in whole well-being and addressing all aspects of the self internally and externally to attain capacity for processing and adapting in life.
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After working in community services for 16 years, I took the leap into further study after identifying gaps in the support I was observing in the mental health sector. I Have now completed my Master of Counselling and established Keeping Individual Services For All or KISFA in order to provide quality mental health intervention to clients of any age, background or experiences.
After working in community services for 16 years, I took the leap into further study after identifying gaps in the support I was observing in the mental health sector. I Have now completed my Master of Counselling and established Keeping Individual Services For All or KISFA in order to provide quality mental health intervention to clients of any age, background or experiences.
Rachel is a Psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Rachel has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University, and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.
Rachel is a Psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Rachel has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University, and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.
Integrating evidence-based practices to help you thrive in relationships and life. I’m Vera, a passionate therapist dedicated to guiding you through your personal journey with counseling, therapy, and hypnosis. My approach centres around you, creating a nurturing space where you can explore and overcome your challenges. I specialise in empowering you to build healthier relationships, increase your resilience, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. With my support, you can achieve lasting personal growth and transformative changes in your life.
Integrating evidence-based practices to help you thrive in relationships and life. I’m Vera, a passionate therapist dedicated to guiding you through your personal journey with counseling, therapy, and hypnosis. My approach centres around you, creating a nurturing space where you can explore and overcome your challenges. I specialise in empowering you to build healthier relationships, increase your resilience, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. With my support, you can achieve lasting personal growth and transformative changes in your life.
I’m Hoda Hannaway, a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker and Counsellor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan—from children to the elderly.
I hold a Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) & a Master of Social Work (Qualifying). As a registered member of the AASW, I adhere to the highest ethical standards & evidence-based practices. My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, & solution-focused, tailored to help clients build resilience and find strength in their unique journeys.
I’m Hoda Hannaway, a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker and Counsellor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan—from children to the elderly.
I hold a Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) & a Master of Social Work (Qualifying). As a registered member of the AASW, I adhere to the highest ethical standards & evidence-based practices. My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, & solution-focused, tailored to help clients build resilience and find strength in their unique journeys.
I've worked in community health, child protection, aged care, and cross-cultural counselling, supporting individuals, couples, carers, seniors, and families.
At CCS Counselling Service, our clients are individuals, couples, families, carers, and professionals seeking a compassionate, experienced, and culturally sensitive space to work through life’s challenges. Many of our clients are people who have spent years caring for others while neglecting their own emotional wellbeing, or those feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. We help clients regain clarity, emotional balance, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction in themselves and their relationships.
I've worked in community health, child protection, aged care, and cross-cultural counselling, supporting individuals, couples, carers, seniors, and families.
At CCS Counselling Service, our clients are individuals, couples, families, carers, and professionals seeking a compassionate, experienced, and culturally sensitive space to work through life’s challenges. Many of our clients are people who have spent years caring for others while neglecting their own emotional wellbeing, or those feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. We help clients regain clarity, emotional balance, confidence, and a renewed sense of direction in themselves and their relationships.
I have a special interest in chronic pain and older adults mental health.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy but like to include elements of other evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Schema Therapy. I have recently completed training in the Unified Protocol, a transdiagnostic approach based on a CBT treatment orientation.
I have a special interest in chronic pain and older adults mental health.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy but like to include elements of other evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Schema Therapy. I have recently completed training in the Unified Protocol, a transdiagnostic approach based on a CBT treatment orientation.
Olga has practical knowledge of care specifics for complex conditions that affect functioning, thinking, behaviour and emotional regulation ( dementia, developmental disorders) It comes from additional training and years of experience in supporting hundreds of clients.
Carers strive to balance their loved one's quality of life with their own well-being. Finding the balance to reduce burnout is a common goal. Therapy could be focused on coping strategies for processing difficult emotions or managing the logistics of ongoing problem-solving. Maintaining healthy relationships and issues with family dynamics is also a common struggle. Carers often seek support for a difficult life transition such as after receiving a diagnosis or transitioning a loved one to permanent care.
Olga has practical knowledge of care specifics for complex conditions that affect functioning, thinking, behaviour and emotional regulation ( dementia, developmental disorders) It comes from additional training and years of experience in supporting hundreds of clients.
Carers strive to balance their loved one's quality of life with their own well-being. Finding the balance to reduce burnout is a common goal. Therapy could be focused on coping strategies for processing difficult emotions or managing the logistics of ongoing problem-solving. Maintaining healthy relationships and issues with family dynamics is also a common struggle. Carers often seek support for a difficult life transition such as after receiving a diagnosis or transitioning a loved one to permanent care.
I work with adults and adolescents navigating complex presentations; like eating disorders, trauma, personality difficulties, men's mental health, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I also see NDIS participants and Defence personnel through the ADF. Many clients have tried general support and found it hasn't touched what they're actually dealing with; others can't access quality care where they live. Telehealth bridges that gap across regional and remote Australia. My sessions are collaborative, goal-focused, and evidence-based with an aim to build your capacity to manage your own wellbeing, in a space that is genuinely non-judgemental.
I work with adults and adolescents navigating complex presentations; like eating disorders, trauma, personality difficulties, men's mental health, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I also see NDIS participants and Defence personnel through the ADF. Many clients have tried general support and found it hasn't touched what they're actually dealing with; others can't access quality care where they live. Telehealth bridges that gap across regional and remote Australia. My sessions are collaborative, goal-focused, and evidence-based with an aim to build your capacity to manage your own wellbeing, in a space that is genuinely non-judgemental.
I am passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and practical support.
I work with adults and teens experiencing grief and loss, anxiety, overthinking, negative self-talk, and the emotional and mental health challenges associated with menopause. Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one, feeling overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, struggling with self-doubt, or finding it difficult to adjust to life's transitions,
I am passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and practical support.
I work with adults and teens experiencing grief and loss, anxiety, overthinking, negative self-talk, and the emotional and mental health challenges associated with menopause. Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one, feeling overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, struggling with self-doubt, or finding it difficult to adjust to life's transitions,
My practice is focussed on listening to your thoughts, anxieties, wishes, dreams, deep sadnesses, regrets and interpersonal issues. Helping to understand and accept ourselves and find ways of moving forward and remaining connected to those we love even through conflict.
My practice is focussed on listening to your thoughts, anxieties, wishes, dreams, deep sadnesses, regrets and interpersonal issues. Helping to understand and accept ourselves and find ways of moving forward and remaining connected to those we love even through conflict.
Sanober has a warm and empathic approach to therapy and has over 20 years of experience. Sanober assists with a range of concerns including feelings of low self-worth, emotional neglect or loneliness, relationship concerns, rumination and worry, perfectionism and need for control, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and abuse and difficulties regulating or expressing emotion. She is passionate about supporting and empowering people to improve their emotional wellbeing, increase quality of life, cope with difficulties, manage distress, and bring about meaningful, lasting change. Sanober is trained in CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR.
Sanober has a warm and empathic approach to therapy and has over 20 years of experience. Sanober assists with a range of concerns including feelings of low self-worth, emotional neglect or loneliness, relationship concerns, rumination and worry, perfectionism and need for control, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and abuse and difficulties regulating or expressing emotion. She is passionate about supporting and empowering people to improve their emotional wellbeing, increase quality of life, cope with difficulties, manage distress, and bring about meaningful, lasting change. Sanober is trained in CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker as well as an approved NSW Victims of Crime counsellor. I work with clients that experience a broad range of life's challenges, related to mental health, grief & loss and trauma.
I support adolescents and adults navigating the emotional impacts of grief and loss and trauma. When loss or a life event changes everything, you don't have to face it alone.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker as well as an approved NSW Victims of Crime counsellor. I work with clients that experience a broad range of life's challenges, related to mental health, grief & loss and trauma.
I support adolescents and adults navigating the emotional impacts of grief and loss and trauma. When loss or a life event changes everything, you don't have to face it alone.
We support individuals going through challenging periods in their lives and seeking guidance, clarity, and emotional support. Including. NDIS participants, Workers Comp. and Victim Services Clients.
Many clients come to therapy when they feel:
• Overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or emotional pressure
• Stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking or behaviour
• Struggling with relationship or family difficulties
• Impacted by past trauma or difficult life experiences
• Experiencing low confidence, self-doubt, or loss of direction
• Coping with addiction, recovery, or behavioural challenges
• Navigating life transitions or personal change
We support individuals going through challenging periods in their lives and seeking guidance, clarity, and emotional support. Including. NDIS participants, Workers Comp. and Victim Services Clients.
Many clients come to therapy when they feel:
• Overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or emotional pressure
• Stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking or behaviour
• Struggling with relationship or family difficulties
• Impacted by past trauma or difficult life experiences
• Experiencing low confidence, self-doubt, or loss of direction
• Coping with addiction, recovery, or behavioural challenges
• Navigating life transitions or personal change
I believe every person has the capacity for growth and healing with the right support. As a counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore challenges, reconnect with strengths, and find new ways forward. With 14+ years in the community sector and training in counselling, play, and art therapy, I take a holistic, client-centred approach tailored to your unique needs. Whether through talk, creative expression, or practical tools, I aim to empower you with insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I believe every person has the capacity for growth and healing with the right support. As a counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore challenges, reconnect with strengths, and find new ways forward. With 14+ years in the community sector and training in counselling, play, and art therapy, I take a holistic, client-centred approach tailored to your unique needs. Whether through talk, creative expression, or practical tools, I aim to empower you with insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
Nearby Geriatric Therapists Searches for Wollongong
- Ashfield
- Burwood
- Concord
- Drummoyne
- Five Dock
- Leichhardt
- Marrickville
- Newtown
- Randwick
- Strathfield
- Surry Hills
- Sydney
FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.