Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Saint Lucia, QLD
No wonder you’re stressed, depressed, anxious, sleep deprived, self-medicating, overwhelmed, moody, angry, exhausted.
Do you want to try one session to get a ‘life consult’ for yourself or someone you care about? I offer Single Session Therapy as well as ongoing counselling. Do you feel lost, overwhelmed, distressed, burdened or alone with your problems? I can help you connect the dots to see a bigger picture. Do you need help getting through a difficult time? Will it help to feel heard, supported and explore creative solutions to feeling better? I have extensive experience with relationships, work stress, student stress, trauma, abuse and families. Maya Angelou said, “be a rainbow in someone’s cloud”. That is what I aim to be.
No wonder you’re stressed, depressed, anxious, sleep deprived, self-medicating, overwhelmed, moody, angry, exhausted.
Do you want to try one session to get a ‘life consult’ for yourself or someone you care about? I offer Single Session Therapy as well as ongoing counselling. Do you feel lost, overwhelmed, distressed, burdened or alone with your problems? I can help you connect the dots to see a bigger picture. Do you need help getting through a difficult time? Will it help to feel heard, supported and explore creative solutions to feeling better? I have extensive experience with relationships, work stress, student stress, trauma, abuse and families. Maya Angelou said, “be a rainbow in someone’s cloud”. That is what I aim to be.
Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed about COVID, work or relationships, I believe that addressing psychological challenges should begin with developing an awareness of the influence of past experiences on current mental health.
I bring a warm, reassuring and palpably non-judgemental approach to therapy and aim to demystify mental health concepts, so that you can independently apply knowledge to your unique life circumstances. My diverse work and life experiences at hospitals, clinics, Lifeline and advocacy coupled with an innate curiosity mean I approach therapy holistically.
Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed about COVID, work or relationships, I believe that addressing psychological challenges should begin with developing an awareness of the influence of past experiences on current mental health.
I bring a warm, reassuring and palpably non-judgemental approach to therapy and aim to demystify mental health concepts, so that you can independently apply knowledge to your unique life circumstances. My diverse work and life experiences at hospitals, clinics, Lifeline and advocacy coupled with an innate curiosity mean I approach therapy holistically.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed and don't understand why or know how to feel better?
I work with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, providing clients with evidence-based approaches and drawing from treatments such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR), schema therapy and ego state therapy amongst others.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed and don't understand why or know how to feel better?
I work with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, providing clients with evidence-based approaches and drawing from treatments such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR), schema therapy and ego state therapy amongst others.
Shine Xiao - Complex Trauma (CPTSD) Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Brisbane-based bilingual counsellor specialising in Complex PTSD (CPTSD), developmental trauma, and long-standing relational patterns shaped by early or chronic trauma (such as emotional overwhelm, freeze, dissociation, flashbacks, and toxic shame).
With nearly 20 years of counselling experience across China and Australia, I hold dual Master’s degrees in Mental Health and Counselling (Australia), as well as a Master’s degree in Psychology (China). I primarily work with Chinese-speaking clients and provide culturally attuned counselling for those navigating complex trauma and relational difficulties.
I am a Brisbane-based bilingual counsellor specialising in Complex PTSD (CPTSD), developmental trauma, and long-standing relational patterns shaped by early or chronic trauma (such as emotional overwhelm, freeze, dissociation, flashbacks, and toxic shame).
With nearly 20 years of counselling experience across China and Australia, I hold dual Master’s degrees in Mental Health and Counselling (Australia), as well as a Master’s degree in Psychology (China). I primarily work with Chinese-speaking clients and provide culturally attuned counselling for those navigating complex trauma and relational difficulties.
I also work with a broad range of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, relationship & attachment issues, and related mental health concerns.
I offer individual therapy in-person and via telehealth, providing both long & short-term treatments depending on your individual needs. I use a variety of evidence-based approaches (i.e. EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to help clients explore and resolve their concerns (check the website for a range of concerns I can help with).
I also work with a broad range of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, relationship & attachment issues, and related mental health concerns.
I offer individual therapy in-person and via telehealth, providing both long & short-term treatments depending on your individual needs. I use a variety of evidence-based approaches (i.e. EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to help clients explore and resolve their concerns (check the website for a range of concerns I can help with).
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious unable to cope or make decisions and feel like nothings working for you?
I’m a practical and down-to-earth experienced Counsellor. I acknowledge the importance of recognizing the lived experiences of the individuals and respect their personal resourcefulness, individuality, strengths, and abilities. I believe you are the “expert” in your own situation. Providing a person-cantered approach that maximizes involvement in therapy.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious unable to cope or make decisions and feel like nothings working for you?
I’m a practical and down-to-earth experienced Counsellor. I acknowledge the importance of recognizing the lived experiences of the individuals and respect their personal resourcefulness, individuality, strengths, and abilities. I believe you are the “expert” in your own situation. Providing a person-cantered approach that maximizes involvement in therapy.
Special interests: ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Disordered eating & body image concerns, Perinatal mental health, Sleep difficulties, Supporting parents with positive parenting and attachment strategies, Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, Trauma & Work/study related stress & career development.
I have more than twenty years of experience working with people with complex care needs. Earlier in my career I worked in community mental health, disability services and statutory child protection. For the past ten years I have worked in private practice, providing psychological services to people across the lifespan.
Special interests: ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Disordered eating & body image concerns, Perinatal mental health, Sleep difficulties, Supporting parents with positive parenting and attachment strategies, Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, Trauma & Work/study related stress & career development.
I have more than twenty years of experience working with people with complex care needs. Earlier in my career I worked in community mental health, disability services and statutory child protection. For the past ten years I have worked in private practice, providing psychological services to people across the lifespan.
I am an AHPRA Registered Psychologist with 21 years experience working with anxiety, depression and psychotic illnesses and the effect these have on mood regulation, psychotic experiences, personality, body image and eating habits and on use of substances as a coping strategy.
Stress and trauma affect the way in which we all think and behave. Our mind often gets stuck in this response and it is difficult to think and behave the way we want to. I work with how the mind, brain and body responds to stress and trauma. I work from a whole person perspective in ways we can improve everyday mood, emotional responses and the impact our personal distress has on relationships.
I am an AHPRA Registered Psychologist with 21 years experience working with anxiety, depression and psychotic illnesses and the effect these have on mood regulation, psychotic experiences, personality, body image and eating habits and on use of substances as a coping strategy.
Stress and trauma affect the way in which we all think and behave. Our mind often gets stuck in this response and it is difficult to think and behave the way we want to. I work with how the mind, brain and body responds to stress and trauma. I work from a whole person perspective in ways we can improve everyday mood, emotional responses and the impact our personal distress has on relationships.
By providing a safe environment in which you can describe your concerns without fear of judgment, we can identify together your goals for therapy.
With over 20 years of experience in counselling psychology, using psychoeducation, CBT, ACT, Narrative therapy and others, my interests in mental and physical health, career development, interpersonal relationships, and personal/spiritual growth. We can build on your existing skills in self care and communication, building healthier interpersonal boundaries.
By providing a safe environment in which you can describe your concerns without fear of judgment, we can identify together your goals for therapy.
With over 20 years of experience in counselling psychology, using psychoeducation, CBT, ACT, Narrative therapy and others, my interests in mental and physical health, career development, interpersonal relationships, and personal/spiritual growth. We can build on your existing skills in self care and communication, building healthier interpersonal boundaries.
I understand that something significant has likely brought you here. Perhaps you’ve experienced challenging events in the past, are facing life-changing circumstances, or even though everything seems fine externally, you’re struggling internally.
For many, therapy can feel like a last resort. You might have tried other ways to feel better and whilst those steps can be helpful, difficult psychological struggles require specific psychological support. Reaching out to a therapist means sharing deeply personal with a complete stranger. This requires genuine vulnerability and it's natural to feel uncertain about booking a first session.
I understand that something significant has likely brought you here. Perhaps you’ve experienced challenging events in the past, are facing life-changing circumstances, or even though everything seems fine externally, you’re struggling internally.
For many, therapy can feel like a last resort. You might have tried other ways to feel better and whilst those steps can be helpful, difficult psychological struggles require specific psychological support. Reaching out to a therapist means sharing deeply personal with a complete stranger. This requires genuine vulnerability and it's natural to feel uncertain about booking a first session.
Together we’ll work to address the problematic symptoms (emotions, thoughts & sensations) resulting from trauma & other adverse life events. You’ll learn to replace harmful coping behaviours with more effective ways of responding to challenges. We will use evidence based strategies to help you build a life you think is worth living. I have worked for 15+ years across youth, adult & family/carer (inpatient and community) settings. I have extensive experience working with emotion dysregulation & impulse control difficulties, trauma and addiction. I’m also passionate about accessible therapy for people with ASD, ADHD & SPD.
Together we’ll work to address the problematic symptoms (emotions, thoughts & sensations) resulting from trauma & other adverse life events. You’ll learn to replace harmful coping behaviours with more effective ways of responding to challenges. We will use evidence based strategies to help you build a life you think is worth living. I have worked for 15+ years across youth, adult & family/carer (inpatient and community) settings. I have extensive experience working with emotion dysregulation & impulse control difficulties, trauma and addiction. I’m also passionate about accessible therapy for people with ASD, ADHD & SPD.
I am happy to announce I am again accepting new referrals, for therapy appointments. All appointments are offered exclusively via Telehealth. Please note that email contact is preferred, rather than phone. As the Director of Spring Psychology, I am passionate about helping people to grow and achieve their unique goals.
I am happy to announce I am again accepting new referrals, for therapy appointments. All appointments are offered exclusively via Telehealth. Please note that email contact is preferred, rather than phone. As the Director of Spring Psychology, I am passionate about helping people to grow and achieve their unique goals.
I provide neuroaffirming telehealth psychology and speech pathology services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I offer evidence-based therapy and comprehensive autism and ADHD assessments, with a specialist focus on autistic girls and women. I support NDIS participants, private clients, and referring professionals across Australia and internationally.
I provide neuroaffirming telehealth psychology and speech pathology services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I offer evidence-based therapy and comprehensive autism and ADHD assessments, with a specialist focus on autistic girls and women. I support NDIS participants, private clients, and referring professionals across Australia and internationally.
Many clients seek support for anxiety, emotional regulation, autism, ADHD, burnout, identity exploration, family challenges, or life transitions.
As a Registered Counsellor, neurodivergent mum of four, and co-founder of All Ears, I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience to my practice. I offer neurodiversity-affirming counselling for children, adolescents, adults, and families, tailoring evidence-based support to each person's unique needs and goals.
Many clients seek support for anxiety, emotional regulation, autism, ADHD, burnout, identity exploration, family challenges, or life transitions.
As a Registered Counsellor, neurodivergent mum of four, and co-founder of All Ears, I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience to my practice. I offer neurodiversity-affirming counselling for children, adolescents, adults, and families, tailoring evidence-based support to each person's unique needs and goals.
My areas of interest and experience include working with individuals experiencing low mood/depression, anxiety, difficulties with adjustment/life transitions, trauma-related difficulties, self-esteem issues, difficulties in relationships, and chronic dissatisfaction with their lives.
As a therapist, I am warm, genuine, and curious. I work from a predominantly psychodynamic and attachment-based approach, and adopt a trauma-informed framework in my work. My belief is that change occurs through exploration and developing an in-depth understanding of your symptoms, rather than simply eliminating them.
My areas of interest and experience include working with individuals experiencing low mood/depression, anxiety, difficulties with adjustment/life transitions, trauma-related difficulties, self-esteem issues, difficulties in relationships, and chronic dissatisfaction with their lives.
As a therapist, I am warm, genuine, and curious. I work from a predominantly psychodynamic and attachment-based approach, and adopt a trauma-informed framework in my work. My belief is that change occurs through exploration and developing an in-depth understanding of your symptoms, rather than simply eliminating them.
Anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Substance Abuse, and Relationship problems.
We deliver cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy and other evidence-based treatments to adult clients with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and adjustment problems.
Anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Substance Abuse, and Relationship problems.
We deliver cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy and other evidence-based treatments to adult clients with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and adjustment problems.
I work with individuals who present with a variety of mental health concerns including: Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, trauma and Grief and Loss.
As a Clinical Family Therapist and Psychologist, I work with individuals, couples and families' to explore their relationships and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. I integrate systemmic frameworks, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness based techniques and cognitive behaviour therapy into my practice.
I work with individuals who present with a variety of mental health concerns including: Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, trauma and Grief and Loss.
As a Clinical Family Therapist and Psychologist, I work with individuals, couples and families' to explore their relationships and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. I integrate systemmic frameworks, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness based techniques and cognitive behaviour therapy into my practice.
帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户，理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户，一个清晰、尊重您的咨询，以便整理思路，并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变，Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询｜咖啡馆/公园咨询 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然，让心理咨询不再拘束!
With years living in China,Australia and Canada and experience in HR and employee wellbeing, I bring empathy and evidence-based support tailored for you.If you want warm, practical guidance, I’m here to walk with you—one step at a time. 在中国、澳洲和加拿大生活多年，兼具HR和员工关怀经验，致力于为您提供一个多元视角的咨询空间.
帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户，理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户，一个清晰、尊重您的咨询，以便整理思路，并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变，Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询｜咖啡馆/公园咨询 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然，让心理咨询不再拘束!
With years living in China,Australia and Canada and experience in HR and employee wellbeing, I bring empathy and evidence-based support tailored for you.If you want warm, practical guidance, I’m here to walk with you—one step at a time. 在中国、澳洲和加拿大生活多年，兼具HR和员工关怀经验，致力于为您提供一个多元视角的咨询空间.
Jenny Spencer is a psychologist registered with AHPRA. She is also a registered teacher in Queensland. She has over 25 years’ experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in both the educational and private sectors. Jenny specialises in assessment and intervention with children, adolescents and adults exploring diagnoses of ASD, ADHD, Intellectual Disability and learning disabilities. She has a special interest in supporting parents and children as well as adults with neuro-developmental conditions and can support plan managed and self-manage NDIS participants.
Jenny Spencer is a psychologist registered with AHPRA. She is also a registered teacher in Queensland. She has over 25 years’ experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in both the educational and private sectors. Jenny specialises in assessment and intervention with children, adolescents and adults exploring diagnoses of ASD, ADHD, Intellectual Disability and learning disabilities. She has a special interest in supporting parents and children as well as adults with neuro-developmental conditions and can support plan managed and self-manage NDIS participants.
I work with adults and older adolescents experiencing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep disruption, as well as those living with chronic health conditions, burnout, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses (including ADHD and Autism).
My approach is structured and tailored to each person’s circumstances. I work across the factors contributing to current challenges—physiological, psychological, social, and situational. I work with evidence-based therapies and practical strategies that are adapted to be appropriate, paced, and responsive to individual needs.
I work with adults and older adolescents experiencing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep disruption, as well as those living with chronic health conditions, burnout, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses (including ADHD and Autism).
My approach is structured and tailored to each person’s circumstances. I work across the factors contributing to current challenges—physiological, psychological, social, and situational. I work with evidence-based therapies and practical strategies that are adapted to be appropriate, paced, and responsive to individual needs.
Nearby Anxiety Therapists Searches for Saint Lucia
- Annerley
- Auchenflower
- Chelmer
- Fairfield
- Highgate Hill
- Indooroopilly
- Milton
- South Brisbane
- Taringa
- Toowong
- West End
- Yeronga
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.