Anxiety Counselling in Darwin City, NT
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Insight Professional Services Darwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Verified
Toni works with individuals and couples experiencing: inability to cope with current stress / situation; low energy / mood; relationship issues; depression &
anxiety
; heightened emotions / stress; workplace stress / burn-out; dissatisfaction with job / study; disability and carer related issues; health related issues - including pain management.
Based in Wulagi (Darwin), Toni Ryan (Insight's Practice Owner) has over 24 years practice experience. Toni specialises in Psychological Counselling; Coaching; and Professional Supervision - working with Adults, Teens and Couples. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Social Work, and a Graduate Diploma in Counselling. Toni is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and draws from a range of psychological models such as: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; Mindfulness Based Therapies; Dialectical Behavioural Therapy; Emotionally Focused Therapy etc. See the website link for further details and current pricing.

Michelle Wharton
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
Verified
Who do I work with? You are an adult, aged 21 years and above and are happy to do online appointments. You might be struggling with
anxiety
, depression, anger, OCD, stress, or relationship problems. You may have difficulties with perfectionism, procrastination, or unwanted habits and annoying addictions. You're looking for more than just 'talk therapy' and can commit to doing a bit of homework in order to practice new ways of thinking and start rewiring your brain. You're courageous and willing to face, and step over, those old roadblocks!

Mel Woodley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
If you're tired of the same struggles & feel there should be more to life? Stress,
anxiety
, depression & social isolation can make us ill.
When we recognise life can or should be better, are open to personal growth through increased self-awareness, taking action to make positive long-lasting changes. Start living with value and purpose, be your best version. Together we will explore your strengths and resources, and I'll give you practical skills, strategies and tools to use to empower you to take back control of your life. Overcome difficulties, know yourself better, and live instead of 'surviving' each day.

Hannah Orpin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms,
anxiety
, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.

Helen Maree Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Verified
Life at times throws us challenges that we can feel ill equipped to handle. It may be in the workplace or at home. Counselling provides an opportunity to talk about these issues, learn how to work with them differently, including practical coping methods and strategies. Issues may include
anxiety
, trauma, career challenges, divorce, domestic family violence. Relationships are particularly important in my practice, I can support couples and families through many relationships issues. I am trained to assist families understand and support their adolescent family members, as well as working with the adolescent.

Danka Fiedor
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Danka Fiedor Psychology is here to support individuals and couples by providing face to face & an online service & EMDR & Attachment Informed EMDR for individuals and couples & Gottman Method & Walk and Talk Therapy & Workers Compensation (SIRA). Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues you are currently going through including stress, depression,
anxiety
, grief, PTSD and complex trauma, Bipolar Disorder, depression,
anxiety
, grief, PTSD and Complex Trauma, Eating Disorders, Adult ADHD, self-esteem perfectionism and life’s challenges.
David McLaurin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
In addition to assisting his clients with overcoming mental health difficulties such as
anxiety
& depression, David enjoys collaborating with them using a life-coaching approach to identify & change aspects of their lives that contribute to a lack of fulfilment.
David is a fully qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years' experience providing confidential and professional psychological therapy. He is a Fellow of the Australian Psychological Society's College of Clinical Psychologists, recognising his additional specialist training and experience in the field of clinical psychology. David has worked alongside Psychiatrists, Paediatricians and GPs in public (including both hospital and community health) and private practice settings.

Susanne McAllister
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist that assists my clients with
anxiety
, depression, addiction, trauma, and mental health issues. I also use Amino Acid Therapy which effectively reduces
anxiety
, depression, cravings and increases your emotional well-being, energy, and happiness levels. I love to meet clients exactly where they are and believe you are the expert in your own life. I provide a safe mindful holistic space of gentle and curious guidance and deep nurturing.

Taylor Richards
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Taylor offers a warm and empathetic approach to therapy and provide evidence-based assessments and interventions to clients from all walks of life. Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including
anxiety
, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues. Taylor appreciates that her clients are experts of their own lives, so her goal is to work collaboratively with you to help refine and develop strategies to improve your life outcomes and help you to reach your goals.
Not accepting new clients

Diane Hanna
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Diane. I've been helping people with their mental health issues for over 20 years. I can treat depression,
anxiety
, grief, addiction, relationships, as well as stress, life transitions, and trauma. I use a compassionate, safe, and practical approach. My additional qualifications in art therapy when combined with mindfulness, has helped many people from very different backgrounds. I have lived experience as an army veteran and humanitarian aid worker in Iraq, and am not unused to tough situations. I welcome adults, couples, young people, LGBTQIA, veterans, and seniors.

Enhance Therapeutics
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
We all experience significant life events and experiences, they can be difficult to process, and finding ways to move forwards can feel overwhelming. If you are living with mental health challenges,
anxiety
, depression, feeling stuck or stressed I am here to help you regain control back over your life, explore options that are available to you, and help you be on your way to a better you. Is your relationship at breaking point? Struggling to communicate? Arguing all the time? Have you lost your love and friendship? You are not alone and I am here to help you get back on track and feel all those amazing feelings you once felt!
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Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
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My specialty : Child and Adolescent counselling, Parenting, Life Coaching, Meditation, Anger management, Depression,
Anxiety
, Personal issues, Behavior problems, Attachment issues, School issues, separation, Life stresses, Sleep problems, Self-esteem, Separation, Bullying, Peer relationship.
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay
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Jessica Jepson / Women & Relationship Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
I'm here to help you understand your
anxiety
and improve self-worth so you can live in alignment with your values.
If you're struggling with feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or having difficulty forming secure relationships with others, I'm here to help. Together, we can delve deeper into the issues, explore your options, develop strategies, and work on increasing self-awareness and self-worth. I'll help you understand your stresses, frustrations and feelings so that you can identify your needs and regulate your emotions. My ultimate goal is to provide you with the education, tools, and resources necessary for you to heal, feel confident, connect with others, and manage life's pressures.

Rory McRae
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Rory is a friendly and experienced registered psychologist with qualifications in psychology, careers development, exercise science and education. Rory believes developing excellent rapport is essential in therapy to ensure his clients feel comfortable and supported. Rory works with clients of all ages across a diverse range of issues. His special interests include
anxiety
, ADHD, depression, motivation and goal setting, trauma, bullying, low self esteem and relationship difficulties.

Cody Tonkin
Psychologist, MPsych, Assoc MAPS
Verified
Verified
Cody has experience in many areas including stress, life adjustments, grief and loss, depression,
anxiety
, trauma, coping skills, life coaching, interpersonal or relationship difficulties and childhood trauma.
Cody is a registered Psychologist who likes to provide a safe, warm, open and non-judgmental space for people to feel heard and express their true authentic selves. Cody tends to focus on understanding how your past influences your present and to look at the root cause of the problem. In doing so, she will help you develop a deeper understanding of self whilst also uncovering patterns that have developed over time that can be transformed into healthier ways of being.

Francesca Palazzolo
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have experience in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and general counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns,
anxiety
, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Mauro Vieira
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Founder of Hawkesbury River Psychology, I am focusing on delivering online (telehealth) and outdoor sessions including mindfulness on the Hawkesbury River – NSW, Psychology and art therapy, creative expression sessions,
anxiety
management groups, suicide prevention groups for young people and men’s groups on a boat and/or bush.
Bachelor in Psychology; Graduate in Psychology; Post-Graduation in Art Therapy; Post-Graduation in Psychological Practice in Institutions. I undertook my psychological training in Brazil and have more than 15 years of experience in the provision of mental health care and psychological services. I am now a registered Australian Psychologist. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, dealing with a range of complex emotional disorders, illnesses and life challenges. I am passionate about humanistic care and have extensive experience with existential therapy, client-centred and narrative therapy.

Hilke Legenhausen - Nurture Our Nature Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
You're feeling exhausted. It’s as if the world weighs on your shoulders, and you are the only one responsible for organising, caring, working, soothing, mediating. It’s overwhelming and you just don’t see a way out.
Anxiety
is becoming a constant companion, your chest is feeling tight, your heart is fluttering, and now you’ve started biting your nails… It doesn’t have to be this way. You can feel calm, strong and in control again. You can feel supported and connected to your own true self, to your joys and passions. And I don’t mean in an alternate universe, but right here in your own life.

Mirjam Jung
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Mirjam is comfortable working with adult clients who are experiencing a wide range of issues such as depression,
anxiety
, crisis management, self-esteem, identity, grief, and trauma related symptoms.
Mirjam has a passion to help her clients overcome difficult obstacles as well as identifying strengths and finding unexpected sources of resilience to improve their overall quality of life. She has a gentle compassionate approach to her clients. Mirjam believes it is crucial to understand every client’s values and goals to help develop a therapeutic relationship as a safe base to explore their individual problems in a relaxed atmosphere.

Dr Reza Nejad -Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals with
anxiety
, depression and trauma. I hold a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Adelaide as well as Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in psychology. I can assist you with a range of presenting issues including depression,
anxiety
, stress management, trauma, adjustment difficulties, anger management, bullying and harassment, self-esteem issues, self-development, eating disorder, OCD, worries, social
anxiety
and panics.
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What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.