Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychologists and Therapists in Petrie Terrace, QLD

Mariela Astorga
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Some are navigating ADHD, OCD, or feel stuck in repeating patterns that affect their personal or professional lives.
With a strong foundation in clinical psychology and psychoanalysis, I have a vast experience helping clients from feeling stuck to gain insight and confidence. My approach is collaborative, warm and honest. I specialize in helping individuals navigate complex emotions, break through self-limiting patterns, and connect with their inner strengths.
Some are navigating ADHD, OCD, or feel stuck in repeating patterns that affect their personal or professional lives.
With a strong foundation in clinical psychology and psychoanalysis, I have a vast experience helping clients from feeling stuck to gain insight and confidence. My approach is collaborative, warm and honest. I specialize in helping individuals navigate complex emotions, break through self-limiting patterns, and connect with their inner strengths.
(07) 3132 1604 View (07) 3132 1604
Dr Pauline Baleta
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Serves Area
Pauline is a clinical psychologist in Paddington with over 15 years experience, initially in South Africa and more recently in Australia. She has a broad range of expertise in treating multiple psychiatric conditions including depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar. She also provides therapy for the day-to-day challenges of life, death, loss and separation as well as domestic violence.
Pauline is a clinical psychologist in Paddington with over 15 years experience, initially in South Africa and more recently in Australia. She has a broad range of expertise in treating multiple psychiatric conditions including depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar. She also provides therapy for the day-to-day challenges of life, death, loss and separation as well as domestic violence.
0456 615 599 View 0456 615 599
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
Caitlin Logan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I support clients with OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, challenges with emotional regulation and relationship difficulties including sexual dysfunction.
I work with children (10+), adolescents, and adults using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Cognitive Processing, and Schema Therapy. I focus on creating a safe, collaborative space to support insight, self-compassion, and lasting change.
I support clients with OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, challenges with emotional regulation and relationship difficulties including sexual dysfunction.
I work with children (10+), adolescents, and adults using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Cognitive Processing, and Schema Therapy. I focus on creating a safe, collaborative space to support insight, self-compassion, and lasting change.
(07) 2100 4413 View (07) 2100 4413
Mary A McIntyre
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Good therapy is gold. I work with somatic modalities to help people's bodymind heal from stress, anxiety, PTSD, early life relational trauma and more. Anxiety and trauma is more common than we think and individualised therapy can make a real difference.
Good therapy is gold. I work with somatic modalities to help people's bodymind heal from stress, anxiety, PTSD, early life relational trauma and more. Anxiety and trauma is more common than we think and individualised therapy can make a real difference.
(07) 3186 8568 View (07) 3186 8568
Liz Bamford Psychology
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Liz has 20 years of experience assisting many people from all walks of life, with diverse issues including anxiety, depression and stress. Liz has helped people plan and implement changes in their work and personal lives, to more closely align with their interests, beliefs, giftings, values and personality.
Liz has 20 years of experience assisting many people from all walks of life, with diverse issues including anxiety, depression and stress. Liz has helped people plan and implement changes in their work and personal lives, to more closely align with their interests, beliefs, giftings, values and personality.
(07) 3179 6113 View (07) 3179 6113

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Sarah Zhang - OCD & Anxiety Therapist
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist supporting people (13+) with OCD, phobias, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties.
I have nearly 4 years experience working with a range of concerns, but have a particular interest in supporting those with Obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), Anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, generalised anxiety, agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias, panic disorder), depression, trauma, alongside family and relationship difficulties.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist supporting people (13+) with OCD, phobias, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties.
I have nearly 4 years experience working with a range of concerns, but have a particular interest in supporting those with Obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), Anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, generalised anxiety, agoraphobia, health anxiety, phobias, panic disorder), depression, trauma, alongside family and relationship difficulties.
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Simon Rinne
Social Worker
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), depression, anxiety and burnout are all challenges I've worked through since I was 8 years old.
I specialise in men's mental health, with interests in obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), depression, anxiety and burnout. My approach includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focussed Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness, Skills Training and Psycho-Education. I offer telehealth and in-person appointments
Obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), depression, anxiety and burnout are all challenges I've worked through since I was 8 years old.
I specialise in men's mental health, with interests in obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD), depression, anxiety and burnout. My approach includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focussed Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness, Skills Training and Psycho-Education. I offer telehealth and in-person appointments
(07) 5241 1988 View (07) 5241 1988
Dianne Gramp
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Dianne's qualifications include B.A. (Psychology). Dipp.App.Psych. APHRA and has 20 years experience in private practice. Dianne has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with both anxiety and depression mood disorders. Dianne also work extensively with clients (both physical and/or mental trauma) within the work injury and motor vehicle injury insurance schemes, specialising in assessment, treatment, medico-legal reporting and expert witness court appearances.
Dianne's qualifications include B.A. (Psychology). Dipp.App.Psych. APHRA and has 20 years experience in private practice. Dianne has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with both anxiety and depression mood disorders. Dianne also work extensively with clients (both physical and/or mental trauma) within the work injury and motor vehicle injury insurance schemes, specialising in assessment, treatment, medico-legal reporting and expert witness court appearances.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
Jo-Elle Warhurst - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Jo-Elle is a Registered Psychologist with over twenty years experience specialising in supporting clients, children (5-12 years), teenagers (13-17 years) and adults, to overcome their psychological symptoms to achieve recovery and personal growth. Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem. Jo-Elle quickly establishes rapport with clients across a broad range of sectors and backgrounds to explore their challenges and equip them with the tools to resolve their presenting concerns.
Jo-Elle is a Registered Psychologist with over twenty years experience specialising in supporting clients, children (5-12 years), teenagers (13-17 years) and adults, to overcome their psychological symptoms to achieve recovery and personal growth. Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem. Jo-Elle quickly establishes rapport with clients across a broad range of sectors and backgrounds to explore their challenges and equip them with the tools to resolve their presenting concerns.
(03) 7003 2532 View (03) 7003 2532
Steven Downie
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110
My therapeutic approach is warm, but direct. I believe that psychology’s primary role is to resolve upsetting symptoms and help people live life as fully as possible within their circumstances. Therapy with me often involves a combination of hard conversations, laughs, and setting goals and targets to improve life.
My therapeutic approach is warm, but direct. I believe that psychology’s primary role is to resolve upsetting symptoms and help people live life as fully as possible within their circumstances. Therapy with me often involves a combination of hard conversations, laughs, and setting goals and targets to improve life.
0426 205 852 View 0426 205 852
Tunteeya Yamaoka
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
New Farm, QLD 4005
My special area of interest includes cross-cultural identity, ADHD, OCD and relationship problems.
I’ve worked in clinical settings, public and private hospitals, universities and corporate organisations to help people understand the complexities between our physical health, mental health, work, education, culture, relationships and finding our purpose.
My special area of interest includes cross-cultural identity, ADHD, OCD and relationship problems.
I’ve worked in clinical settings, public and private hospitals, universities and corporate organisations to help people understand the complexities between our physical health, mental health, work, education, culture, relationships and finding our purpose.
(03) 7003 2099 View (03) 7003 2099
Luke Nykiel
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Springfield, QLD 4300
I enjoy working with people from the LGBT+ community, couples, and people with anxiety disorders. I like to help clients formulate/map how all aspects of their life shape their mental health. My reflective and formulation-based approach helps people to be realistic and empowered when considering how they want to live their lives.
I enjoy working with people from the LGBT+ community, couples, and people with anxiety disorders. I like to help clients formulate/map how all aspects of their life shape their mental health. My reflective and formulation-based approach helps people to be realistic and empowered when considering how they want to live their lives.
(07) 3130 0025 View (07) 3130 0025
Dr Leander Dellers
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with a range of concerns, with a particular focus on the treatment of OCD, eating and body image issues, and LGBTQ+ mental health.
Reaching out for help takes courage, and I aim to make that first step feel safe and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity to build insight and clarity about what’s holding you back.
I work with a range of concerns, with a particular focus on the treatment of OCD, eating and body image issues, and LGBTQ+ mental health.
Reaching out for help takes courage, and I aim to make that first step feel safe and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity to build insight and clarity about what’s holding you back.
0492 992 892 View 0492 992 892
Tam Korodi
Counsellor, MSc
Online Only
You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place.
My approach is structured, practical, and results-focused. We identify what’s driving your patterns and use science-backed tools to help you respond differently. You’ll leave sessions with strategies you can apply immediately, with many clients noticing meaningful shifts within 4–6 sessions.
You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place.
My approach is structured, practical, and results-focused. We identify what’s driving your patterns and use science-backed tools to help you respond differently. You’ll leave sessions with strategies you can apply immediately, with many clients noticing meaningful shifts within 4–6 sessions.
(02) 9100 0706 View (02) 9100 0706
Jake Ciminelli | Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MAPS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including Pure-O, and work extensively with schema therapy to help shift entrenched patterns of self-criticism, self sabotage, & attachment trauma. I also support recovery from anxiety disorders, and I’m a strong advocate for safe tapering & informed consent regarding psychotropic medications.
I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including Pure-O, and work extensively with schema therapy to help shift entrenched patterns of self-criticism, self sabotage, & attachment trauma. I also support recovery from anxiety disorders, and I’m a strong advocate for safe tapering & informed consent regarding psychotropic medications.
(03) 8203 5710 View (03) 8203 5710
Jade Burley - Online Telehealth Therapy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I support adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, OCD and related disorders, including skin picking and hair pulling.
It's important that therapy feels both supportive and effective. In our sessions, we will work together to understand what drives these cycles and use evidence-based approaches, including ERP, CBT, ACT and HRT/ComB, to interrupt them. My goal is to make therapy a place where you feel safe, understood and supported to make lasting change.
I support adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, OCD and related disorders, including skin picking and hair pulling.
It's important that therapy feels both supportive and effective. In our sessions, we will work together to understand what drives these cycles and use evidence-based approaches, including ERP, CBT, ACT and HRT/ComB, to interrupt them. My goal is to make therapy a place where you feel safe, understood and supported to make lasting change.
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Sarah Rodda - Daylight Psychology Studio
Psychologist, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support adolescents and adults in addressing anxiety, stress, OCD, burnout, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
I support adolescents and adults in addressing anxiety, stress, OCD, burnout, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
(03) 7003 2668 View (03) 7003 2668
Michelle Wharton
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Online Only
You are an adult (21+) seeking online therapy for OCD and ready to engage actively in treatment.
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist, practising since 2008, specialising in Inference-Based CBT (ICBT) for OCD. ICBT helps you understand why intrusive doubts feel so real — and how to disengage from them. Working with me, you'll get a structured, goal-focused approach and the practical skills to stop OCD from running your life.
You are an adult (21+) seeking online therapy for OCD and ready to engage actively in treatment.
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist, practising since 2008, specialising in Inference-Based CBT (ICBT) for OCD. ICBT helps you understand why intrusive doubts feel so real — and how to disengage from them. Working with me, you'll get a structured, goal-focused approach and the practical skills to stop OCD from running your life.
(08) 7008 9968 View (08) 7008 9968
Dr Renee Sichter
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Online Only
Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone....
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone....
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
(07) 2100 4201 View (07) 2100 4201
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.