Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Fortitude Valley, QLD

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Gabrielle Volovsky
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy, and support adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, AOD challenges, trauma-related patterns, grief, stress and life transitions.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy via telehealth. My work draws on evidence-based therapy, nervous system regulation, somatic awareness and practical strategies for emotional clarity, self-understanding and change. I support clients to work through distress, strengthen coping and reconnect with what matters.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy, and support adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, AOD challenges, trauma-related patterns, grief, stress and life transitions.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy via telehealth. My work draws on evidence-based therapy, nervous system regulation, somatic awareness and practical strategies for emotional clarity, self-understanding and change. I support clients to work through distress, strengthen coping and reconnect with what matters.
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Brendan Anderson
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I understand that seeking support can feel difficult, especially for people who have spent a long time trying to manage stress, trauma, anxiety, or emotional difficulties on their own.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges, particularly those arising from trauma, dissociation, and attachment-related difficulties. I offer a range of well-established therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Schema Therapy, Ego State/Parts Work, CBT, ACT and DBT, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. I have extensive experience working with complex and developmental trauma, first responders, EAP clients, and individuals impacted by childhood trauma. My approach is grounded in safety, collaboration, and respect.
I understand that seeking support can feel difficult, especially for people who have spent a long time trying to manage stress, trauma, anxiety, or emotional difficulties on their own.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges, particularly those arising from trauma, dissociation, and attachment-related difficulties. I offer a range of well-established therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Schema Therapy, Ego State/Parts Work, CBT, ACT and DBT, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. I have extensive experience working with complex and developmental trauma, first responders, EAP clients, and individuals impacted by childhood trauma. My approach is grounded in safety, collaboration, and respect.
(07) 3113 9135 View (07) 3113 9135
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Josh Feeney | Gay Counsellor for LGBTQ+ Adults
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling anxious, stuck, or disconnected?
I offer LGBTQ+ affirming counselling for adults (Tribe Wellness) , drawing on evidence-based talk therapy. I help clients work through anxiety, shame, identity stress, relationship patterns and life transitions, with therapy that is community competent, collaborative, practical and emotionally supportive.
Feeling anxious, stuck, or disconnected?
I offer LGBTQ+ affirming counselling for adults (Tribe Wellness) , drawing on evidence-based talk therapy. I help clients work through anxiety, shame, identity stress, relationship patterns and life transitions, with therapy that is community competent, collaborative, practical and emotionally supportive.
(02) 9100 0933 View (02) 9100 0933
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Sarah Moore
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Sarah - a Clinical Psychologist based in Brisbane offering individual therapy to adults experiencing eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I work with people struggling with anorexia, binge eating, bulimia, restrictive eating, emotional eating, or a difficult relationship with food and their body. Many clients feel caught between wanting change and feeling unsure about letting go of patterns that have helped them cope.
Hi, I’m Sarah - a Clinical Psychologist based in Brisbane offering individual therapy to adults experiencing eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I work with people struggling with anorexia, binge eating, bulimia, restrictive eating, emotional eating, or a difficult relationship with food and their body. Many clients feel caught between wanting change and feeling unsure about letting go of patterns that have helped them cope.
(07) 3113 9831 View (07) 3113 9831
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Zach Potter
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
In my practice Radiant Psychology, I currently have availability to accept new clients. I am a psychologist with nearly a decade of diverse experience in forensic and workers compensation settings. I have a Master of Organisational Psychology. I am registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
In my practice Radiant Psychology, I currently have availability to accept new clients. I am a psychologist with nearly a decade of diverse experience in forensic and workers compensation settings. I have a Master of Organisational Psychology. I am registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
(07) 2100 4454 View (07) 2100 4454
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Simon Thwaites
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with adults and older adolescents (16+) on concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, phobias, intimacy or relationship difficulties and complex presentations.
Before becoming a psychologist, I spent over 15 years in corporate, government, and not-for-profit roles, giving me insight into leadership demands, stress, and high-pressure work. People describe me as calm, thoughtful, and engaged. I offer a collaborative, safe space to deepen insight, build emotional capacity, and support meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults and older adolescents (16+) on concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, phobias, intimacy or relationship difficulties and complex presentations.
Before becoming a psychologist, I spent over 15 years in corporate, government, and not-for-profit roles, giving me insight into leadership demands, stress, and high-pressure work. People describe me as calm, thoughtful, and engaged. I offer a collaborative, safe space to deepen insight, build emotional capacity, and support meaningful, lasting change.
(07) 2100 4683 View (07) 2100 4683
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Helen D'Silva
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
She never tires of helping her clients work through: anxiety, grief, loss of confidence, overwhelm, communication challenges, major life transitions, post-traumatic stress, bullying and harassment.
Helen posseses 10 yrs + experience in sales, business development and human resources as well as working with elite athletes. Her approach is not merely about helping you to restore your mental health but also how to optimise it to perform at greater heights. Frameworks Helen draws from include Brainspotting, EFT, CBT, ACT and spiritual themes.
She never tires of helping her clients work through: anxiety, grief, loss of confidence, overwhelm, communication challenges, major life transitions, post-traumatic stress, bullying and harassment.
Helen posseses 10 yrs + experience in sales, business development and human resources as well as working with elite athletes. Her approach is not merely about helping you to restore your mental health but also how to optimise it to perform at greater heights. Frameworks Helen draws from include Brainspotting, EFT, CBT, ACT and spiritual themes.
(07) 3184 8565 View (07) 3184 8565
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Liz Saolotoga
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
I support adults navigating the lasting impacts of trauma, particularly those with experiences of historical abuse, including childhood, relational, or intergenerational trauma. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed lens, acknowledging how trauma affects not only the mind and emotions, but also the nervous system and body.
Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
I support adults navigating the lasting impacts of trauma, particularly those with experiences of historical abuse, including childhood, relational, or intergenerational trauma. My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed lens, acknowledging how trauma affects not only the mind and emotions, but also the nervous system and body.
(07) 3477 9344 View (07) 3477 9344
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Susan Sluiter
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I passionate about helping people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, mood, personality, impulse disorders and phobias.
I have more than 22 years of experience in individual, family and couples therapy as well as in working with more severe psychiatric cases as well as hospital in-patient treatment. I developed a passion for the study of the impact of our emotional experiences and memories on our mental, emotional, inner, physical and spiritual wellbeing and existence.
I passionate about helping people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, mood, personality, impulse disorders and phobias.
I have more than 22 years of experience in individual, family and couples therapy as well as in working with more severe psychiatric cases as well as hospital in-patient treatment. I developed a passion for the study of the impact of our emotional experiences and memories on our mental, emotional, inner, physical and spiritual wellbeing and existence.
(07) 3132 1272 View (07) 3132 1272
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Anna Wiederroth
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
You see yourself repeating the same patterns. You're ready to understand the meaning these hold in your life, to finally let old patterns go and allow for new possibilities to arise. You want a space where you can connect deeply with yourself, understand who you truly are, and move towards greater alignment with your authentic self.
You see yourself repeating the same patterns. You're ready to understand the meaning these hold in your life, to finally let old patterns go and allow for new possibilities to arise. You want a space where you can connect deeply with yourself, understand who you truly are, and move towards greater alignment with your authentic self.
(07) 3184 8382 View (07) 3184 8382
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Monica Eriksson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide ADHD assessments and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and addictions, with a focus on complex PTSD and attachment-related difficulties.
Together, we will choose the best approach for you by integrating a range of methods. Our work is grounded in evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CBT, and ACT, and is enriched by mindfulness, parts work (e.g., IFS), emotion regulation strategies, attachment theory, and insights from Jungian and psychoanalytic theory.
I provide ADHD assessments and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and addictions, with a focus on complex PTSD and attachment-related difficulties.
Together, we will choose the best approach for you by integrating a range of methods. Our work is grounded in evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CBT, and ACT, and is enriched by mindfulness, parts work (e.g., IFS), emotion regulation strategies, attachment theory, and insights from Jungian and psychoanalytic theory.
0401 646 662 View 0401 646 662
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Nadine Piot
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Nadine offers a thoughtful approach to therapy. With experience across private practice, hospital, and corporate settings, she brings a broad and nuanced perspective to her work. Besides individual therapy, Nadine has facilitated therapeutic workshops for confined inpatients, perinatal mental health support groups, social skills enhancement therapies for neurodiverse clients, and led mental health first aid courses. In addition to her psychology qualifications, she holds a Masters in Management and has worked within major international companies, giving her a sound knowledge of workplace dynamics.
Nadine offers a thoughtful approach to therapy. With experience across private practice, hospital, and corporate settings, she brings a broad and nuanced perspective to her work. Besides individual therapy, Nadine has facilitated therapeutic workshops for confined inpatients, perinatal mental health support groups, social skills enhancement therapies for neurodiverse clients, and led mental health first aid courses. In addition to her psychology qualifications, she holds a Masters in Management and has worked within major international companies, giving her a sound knowledge of workplace dynamics.
(07) 2100 4067 View (07) 2100 4067
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Eloise Conrad
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with people who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves. Together we explore "what hurts", what you desire and long for and how you relate to yourself and the world. Psychodynamic therapy respects the complexity of humans and looks to provide not only relief from symptoms, but the opportunity for a richer life.
I work with people who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves. Together we explore "what hurts", what you desire and long for and how you relate to yourself and the world. Psychodynamic therapy respects the complexity of humans and looks to provide not only relief from symptoms, but the opportunity for a richer life.
(07) 3186 9773 View (07) 3186 9773
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Timothy Hill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
​ ​I'm a Clinical Psychologist that works with Gay Men and Queer folks experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, OCD, Trauma, stress/burnout, grief, and interpersonal/ relationship challenges.
I use a mix of evidence-based approaches in a collaborative, relatable and non-judgmental way to help clients work through their difficulties and reach their goals. Sometimes some humour even sneaks into the room.
​ ​I'm a Clinical Psychologist that works with Gay Men and Queer folks experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, OCD, Trauma, stress/burnout, grief, and interpersonal/ relationship challenges.
I use a mix of evidence-based approaches in a collaborative, relatable and non-judgmental way to help clients work through their difficulties and reach their goals. Sometimes some humour even sneaks into the room.
(03) 7003 2363 View (03) 7003 2363
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Lachlan Murray Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with adult individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, or who are seeking to explore complicated life matters.
I provide psychotherapy to adult individuals in a quiet space in Spring Hill. My approach is to welcome patients with curiosity, open-mindedness and professional concern. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy - an approach to therapy which encourages growth in awareness and deep seated change. www.lachlanmurraypsychology.com
I work with adult individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, or who are seeking to explore complicated life matters.
I provide psychotherapy to adult individuals in a quiet space in Spring Hill. My approach is to welcome patients with curiosity, open-mindedness and professional concern. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy - an approach to therapy which encourages growth in awareness and deep seated change. www.lachlanmurraypsychology.com
(07) 3132 2898 View (07) 3132 2898
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Kirra Williams
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with people-pleasing, boundary difficulties, identity, anxiety, and disconnection from self and values.
You're good at holding it together on the outside, but privately running on empty. You say yes when you mean no. You shrink yourself to keep the peace. You're exhausted by how much space other people's feelings take up in your head. You might feel disconnected from who you actually are, stuck in patterns you can't quite name, or like something's off but you can't fully explain it. You're not in crisis. You're just tired of carrying so much. You want to slow down, understand what's been getting in the way, and start making choices that actually feel like yours.
I work with people-pleasing, boundary difficulties, identity, anxiety, and disconnection from self and values.
You're good at holding it together on the outside, but privately running on empty. You say yes when you mean no. You shrink yourself to keep the peace. You're exhausted by how much space other people's feelings take up in your head. You might feel disconnected from who you actually are, stuck in patterns you can't quite name, or like something's off but you can't fully explain it. You're not in crisis. You're just tired of carrying so much. You want to slow down, understand what's been getting in the way, and start making choices that actually feel like yours.
(07) 2100 4552 View (07) 2100 4552
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Kate Row
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
She is experienced and interested in working with clients who present with a range of presentations including anxiety (excessive worrying, social anxiety), low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties to life changes, autism (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, stress, school issues, bullying, employment difficulties, health diagnoses and various physical and psychological disabilities.
Kate is passionate about helping people to live their most fulfilling lives possible through improving overall well-being. Kate enjoys working with clients to identify their goals and work towards achieving them. This may involve supporting clients through skill-building to increase social skills, communication skills and assertiveness.
She is experienced and interested in working with clients who present with a range of presentations including anxiety (excessive worrying, social anxiety), low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties to life changes, autism (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, stress, school issues, bullying, employment difficulties, health diagnoses and various physical and psychological disabilities.
Kate is passionate about helping people to live their most fulfilling lives possible through improving overall well-being. Kate enjoys working with clients to identify their goals and work towards achieving them. This may involve supporting clients through skill-building to increase social skills, communication skills and assertiveness.
(07) 2100 4991 View (07) 2100 4991
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Gary Bruce
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
I've worked with youth aged 15 to 25, for over 35 years as a counsellor, coach and teacher. I've seen the challenges that you face as you work through the later school years and on into University or your first full time job. It can be hard, stressful and at times overwhelming. The amount of change going on in your life is massive, the weight of expectation from others as well as your own expectations can build up. Finding ways to handle all this is hard for everyone.
I've worked with youth aged 15 to 25, for over 35 years as a counsellor, coach and teacher. I've seen the challenges that you face as you work through the later school years and on into University or your first full time job. It can be hard, stressful and at times overwhelming. The amount of change going on in your life is massive, the weight of expectation from others as well as your own expectations can build up. Finding ways to handle all this is hard for everyone.
(07) 3132 3464 View (07) 3132 3464
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GOALS Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Our particular interests include adjustment to life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, neurodiversity, autism, diffabilities/ disabilities, communication and social skills building, school issues, health coaching, career goals and life direction.
Kate Row - Principal Psychologist is passionate about helping people to live their most fulfilling lives possible through improving overall well-being. Kate enjoys working with clients to identify their goals and work towards achieving them.
Our particular interests include adjustment to life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, neurodiversity, autism, diffabilities/ disabilities, communication and social skills building, school issues, health coaching, career goals and life direction.
Kate Row - Principal Psychologist is passionate about helping people to live their most fulfilling lives possible through improving overall well-being. Kate enjoys working with clients to identify their goals and work towards achieving them.
(07) 2100 4786 View (07) 2100 4786
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Alice Bui
Psychologist
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
She is experienced working with clients regarding trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, neurodivergence, emotional dysregulation, behavioural challenges, among other presenting concerns.
Alice is passionate about working with clients who are refugees and newly arrived backgrounds and thoroughly enjoys supporting clients from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds who have experienced displacement, cultural transition and complex trauma with cultural sensitivity to tailor interventions to their unique lived experience.
She is experienced working with clients regarding trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, neurodivergence, emotional dysregulation, behavioural challenges, among other presenting concerns.
Alice is passionate about working with clients who are refugees and newly arrived backgrounds and thoroughly enjoys supporting clients from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds who have experienced displacement, cultural transition and complex trauma with cultural sensitivity to tailor interventions to their unique lived experience.
(07) 2100 4932 View (07) 2100 4932
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.