Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Palmerston City, NT

Photo of Kemi Ekpo - Top Care Psychology, Psychologist, MSc, MAPS
Top Care Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, MAPS
Palmerston City, NT 0830
I have experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, with different presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, work and life related stress, and parenting issues among others.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, trained in evidence-based psychological therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR – Level 1), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Level 1). I use consolidative therapeutic approach, tailored to client’s unique needs, to help improve the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals and families.
I have experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, with different presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, work and life related stress, and parenting issues among others.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, trained in evidence-based psychological therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR – Level 1), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Level 1). I use consolidative therapeutic approach, tailored to client’s unique needs, to help improve the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals and families.
(08) 7944 6270 View (08) 7944 6270
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Helen Maree Murray
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Issues may include anxiety, trauma, career challenges, divorce, domestic family violence.
I can offer a confidential safe place to share and explore non judgmentally. Methods I use depends on your needs and your own learning, cultural believes and mindset. I also specialize in professional supervision, management coaching and workplace trauma response.
Issues may include anxiety, trauma, career challenges, divorce, domestic family violence.
I can offer a confidential safe place to share and explore non judgmentally. Methods I use depends on your needs and your own learning, cultural believes and mindset. I also specialize in professional supervision, management coaching and workplace trauma response.
(08) 7949 5373 View (08) 7949 5373
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Darwin Psychotherapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
It takes courage to acknowledge your difficulties and seek professional help. Whether you are experiencing emotional difficulties, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, or identity and self-esteem issues, psychotherapy can be a convenient, flexible, and affordable way to begin your journey towards healing. Hamish is a registered psychotherapist who has dedicated his practice to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals, couples and groups in the community.
It takes courage to acknowledge your difficulties and seek professional help. Whether you are experiencing emotional difficulties, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, or identity and self-esteem issues, psychotherapy can be a convenient, flexible, and affordable way to begin your journey towards healing. Hamish is a registered psychotherapist who has dedicated his practice to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals, couples and groups in the community.
(03) 4514 5712 View (03) 4514 5712
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Rebecca Lowe Therapy & Associates
Counsellor, AMHSW
Serves Area
I have provided support for over 15 years in the NT to individuals, couples and families regarding issues such as workplace conflict, managing emotions, anger management, separation, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, stress and trauma.
I am a warm and compassionate, experienced therapist in Darwin. I am an approved Northern Territory Government EAP service provider (free counselling support to NTG employees & their family members). I will help you to process, reflect and strengthen your coping skills. I will encourage you to work through the issues restricting you in life and assist you to discover manageable ways forward. I also engage a range of highly experienced and dedicated, long-term NT therapists to provide NTG EAP.
I have provided support for over 15 years in the NT to individuals, couples and families regarding issues such as workplace conflict, managing emotions, anger management, separation, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, stress and trauma.
I am a warm and compassionate, experienced therapist in Darwin. I am an approved Northern Territory Government EAP service provider (free counselling support to NTG employees & their family members). I will help you to process, reflect and strengthen your coping skills. I will encourage you to work through the issues restricting you in life and assist you to discover manageable ways forward. I also engage a range of highly experienced and dedicated, long-term NT therapists to provide NTG EAP.
(08) 7947 4133 View (08) 7947 4133
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Margaret Mary Dizon
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I will teach you how to release anger, sadness, fear, hurt, guilt and decisions that limit you.
I work with people ashamed of their feelings and need someone to talk to. They suffer from trauma, depression, and extreme grief. They have lost a part of themselves or someone they really love. They have a lot of outer success but internally, they feel very overwhelmed with life and feel they're drowning. They do not know how to cope anymore and mostly, they think ending their lives would ease or end the pain. They are ashamed of their feelings and they feel very much alone, no one understands them and they don’t have anyone to talk to. They are fed up and they cannot see, hear nor feel anything positive anymore.
I will teach you how to release anger, sadness, fear, hurt, guilt and decisions that limit you.
I work with people ashamed of their feelings and need someone to talk to. They suffer from trauma, depression, and extreme grief. They have lost a part of themselves or someone they really love. They have a lot of outer success but internally, they feel very overwhelmed with life and feel they're drowning. They do not know how to cope anymore and mostly, they think ending their lives would ease or end the pain. They are ashamed of their feelings and they feel very much alone, no one understands them and they don’t have anyone to talk to. They are fed up and they cannot see, hear nor feel anything positive anymore.
(08) 8120 2797 View (08) 8120 2797
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Nicola Coalter
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
This may include anxiety, burnout, avoidance, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, gambling, alcohol use or other ways of coping that once helped but are now getting in the way.
I work in a practical, behaviour-focused way. Together, we look at what has shaped your patterns, what keeps them going, and what needs to change. The aim is not simply more insight, but practical changes you can notice in everyday life. You are not a problem to solve; you are a pattern to understand.
This may include anxiety, burnout, avoidance, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, gambling, alcohol use or other ways of coping that once helped but are now getting in the way.
I work in a practical, behaviour-focused way. Together, we look at what has shaped your patterns, what keeps them going, and what needs to change. The aim is not simply more insight, but practical changes you can notice in everyday life. You are not a problem to solve; you are a pattern to understand.
(08) 7948 6794 View (08) 7948 6794
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Keith Kulda
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Medicare, individuals, couples (all relationships), diverse individuals, short-term, & long-term support. I am an outcome-focused practitioner who values your investment in yourself. I take an active and engaged approach. I believe in celebrating our individual differences, not hiding them. My practice is judgement-free, with no 'off-limits' subject matter. Supporting people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds is very important to me. Additionally, I have a keen interest in supporting mixed-race couples navigating the complexities of contemporary relationships.
Medicare, individuals, couples (all relationships), diverse individuals, short-term, & long-term support. I am an outcome-focused practitioner who values your investment in yourself. I take an active and engaged approach. I believe in celebrating our individual differences, not hiding them. My practice is judgement-free, with no 'off-limits' subject matter. Supporting people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds is very important to me. Additionally, I have a keen interest in supporting mixed-race couples navigating the complexities of contemporary relationships.
(02) 5850 2401 View (02) 5850 2401
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Luke Nox
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have many years of experience working in psychotherapy, behaviours of addiction, and complex mental health issues. I have worked in both rehab and mental health residential settings and overseen the clinical team at a long-established Northern Territory community services organisation.
I have many years of experience working in psychotherapy, behaviours of addiction, and complex mental health issues. I have worked in both rehab and mental health residential settings and overseen the clinical team at a long-established Northern Territory community services organisation.
(08) 7949 3466 View (08) 7949 3466
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Lorna Murphy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Lorna helps to challenge the negative beliefs with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and "loosen the grip" of anxiety and depression with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Lorna Murphy is a registered psychologist. She graduated from Monash University in 1997. Since then, Lorna has worked in forensic settings, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community health and Relationships Australia. She has been in private practice since 2009. Lorna will see individuals and couples who are age 16 and above. Her approach has been described as creative and empowering. She encourages us to regain our confidence and vitality. Lorna is invested in helping us navigate the suffering, trauma and grief that life brings.
Lorna helps to challenge the negative beliefs with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and "loosen the grip" of anxiety and depression with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Lorna Murphy is a registered psychologist. She graduated from Monash University in 1997. Since then, Lorna has worked in forensic settings, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community health and Relationships Australia. She has been in private practice since 2009. Lorna will see individuals and couples who are age 16 and above. Her approach has been described as creative and empowering. She encourages us to regain our confidence and vitality. Lorna is invested in helping us navigate the suffering, trauma and grief that life brings.
(08) 7947 3662 View (08) 7947 3662
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Roselle Counselling Service
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Do you ever feel weighed down by life and how relentless it all seems? I would like to support you to get that spark of life back and by looking at past and present issues that could be causing you emotional pain.
Do you ever feel weighed down by life and how relentless it all seems? I would like to support you to get that spark of life back and by looking at past and present issues that could be causing you emotional pain.
(08) 7947 3663 View (08) 7947 3663

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Dr Archna Ranganathan, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Archna Ranganathan
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, panic, OCD, relationship stress, or long-standing patterns that affect emotions, self-worth, trauma or how you relate to others.
I offer warm, evidence-based therapy for adolescents (12+), adults, and older adults. My approach is collaborative and tailored, drawing on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and person-centred therapy to build insight, coping skills, and confidence.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, panic, OCD, relationship stress, or long-standing patterns that affect emotions, self-worth, trauma or how you relate to others.
I offer warm, evidence-based therapy for adolescents (12+), adults, and older adults. My approach is collaborative and tailored, drawing on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and person-centred therapy to build insight, coping skills, and confidence.
1300 252 064 View 1300 252 064
Photo of David Lococo, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
David Lococo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
You may be feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or angry.
Through a careful assessment of your current problems, I will help you to identify and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you stuck, while helping you live a more rewarding and engaging life. In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves. I achieve this through using sound psychological approaches that have proven to work.
You may be feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or angry.
Through a careful assessment of your current problems, I will help you to identify and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you stuck, while helping you live a more rewarding and engaging life. In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves. I achieve this through using sound psychological approaches that have proven to work.
(03) 9068 6213 View (03) 9068 6213
Photo of Wendy Holmes - Spinifex Rural and Remote Wellbeing Services, Social Worker, MA, AASW
Spinifex Rural and Remote Wellbeing Services
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Online Only
I like clients to feel comfortable when coming to see me, I take a relaxed approach to practice. I'm very down to earth and this seems to work well for my clients.
I like clients to feel comfortable when coming to see me, I take a relaxed approach to practice. I'm very down to earth and this seems to work well for my clients.
(03) 4328 2404 View (03) 4328 2404
Photo of Andrew Macdonald, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Andrew Macdonald
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Online Only
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that aren't helping, or struggling in your relationship?
I work with individuals and couples experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, emotional distance, affairs, trust issues and life transitions. Together we explore the patterns that keep you stuck and help you reconnect with yourself and each other. I offer a free initial 15 minute consult which is a really good way for us to meet.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that aren't helping, or struggling in your relationship?
I work with individuals and couples experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, emotional distance, affairs, trust issues and life transitions. Together we explore the patterns that keep you stuck and help you reconnect with yourself and each other. I offer a free initial 15 minute consult which is a really good way for us to meet.
(03) 7003 2204 View (03) 7003 2204
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Enrei Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief or identity struggles?
I blend evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Emotional Focused Therapy. These help us explore emotional and relational patterns, foster healing, and nurture lasting emotional wellbeing.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief or identity struggles?
I blend evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Emotional Focused Therapy. These help us explore emotional and relational patterns, foster healing, and nurture lasting emotional wellbeing.
(02) 5133 6270 View (02) 5133 6270
Photo of Rae Sabine - Creating Wellbeing Melbourne, Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Creating Wellbeing Melbourne
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Please Contact Me Via Email Not Phone Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
Please Contact Me Via Email Not Phone Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
(03) 7302 2943 View (03) 7302 2943
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Anne Vitharana
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, my name is Anne and I want to hear your story, heart 2 heart. If you are feeling down or struggling to keep up with life demands, challenged with relationships, feels like you are stuck at where you are in life, or if you are navigating issues involving recovery from past trauma, I am here to support you; all while providing a non-judgmental, gentle and professionally qualified therapeutic environment.
Hi, my name is Anne and I want to hear your story, heart 2 heart. If you are feeling down or struggling to keep up with life demands, challenged with relationships, feels like you are stuck at where you are in life, or if you are navigating issues involving recovery from past trauma, I am here to support you; all while providing a non-judgmental, gentle and professionally qualified therapeutic environment.
(02) 5133 6894 View (02) 5133 6894
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Headway Therapy Online
Psychologist, MAPS
Online Only
Whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges; I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can develop skills to support you through your journey.
I use a range of evidence-based therapies, including psychodynamic therapy, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, couples counselling, and mindfulness, tailored to your unique needs. In 2006, I was honoured with the Order of Australia for my work in disability and creating community support facilities; reflecting my commitment to making a positive impact.
Whether you are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges; I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can develop skills to support you through your journey.
I use a range of evidence-based therapies, including psychodynamic therapy, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, couples counselling, and mindfulness, tailored to your unique needs. In 2006, I was honoured with the Order of Australia for my work in disability and creating community support facilities; reflecting my commitment to making a positive impact.
(03) 9068 5216 View (03) 9068 5216
Photo of Brad Sprigg, Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Brad Sprigg
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Serves Area
If you are feeling disheartened, stuck, stressed, anxious, worried or fearful; take a moment for yourself & acknowledge that you’re doing your best & that you have landed at the right place for you now.
My specialty is working with you to tailor proven methods to your particular circumstances. This ensures counselling is right for you & you achieve your counselling goals. I offer techniques & supports to enable you to reconnect to your strengths by identifying who and what’s important to you now so you can re-engage with your life now & into the future.
If you are feeling disheartened, stuck, stressed, anxious, worried or fearful; take a moment for yourself & acknowledge that you’re doing your best & that you have landed at the right place for you now.
My specialty is working with you to tailor proven methods to your particular circumstances. This ensures counselling is right for you & you achieve your counselling goals. I offer techniques & supports to enable you to reconnect to your strengths by identifying who and what’s important to you now so you can re-engage with your life now & into the future.
(03) 8372 0518 View (03) 8372 0518
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Cathy Linda H
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or painful life experiences that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — from themselves or from others. Many of my clients are navigating patterns that no longer serve them, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it hard to feel grounded and present. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Together, we explore how trauma and stress show up in your body and relationships, and how they shape your emotions, self-worth, and sense of safety.
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or painful life experiences that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — from themselves or from others. Many of my clients are navigating patterns that no longer serve them, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it hard to feel grounded and present. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Together, we explore how trauma and stress show up in your body and relationships, and how they shape your emotions, self-worth, and sense of safety.
(07) 3608 1790 View (07) 3608 1790
Anxiety Therapists
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.

What are the most common types of treatment 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 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.

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.