Anxiety Counselling in South East Queensland, QLD
You’re overwhelmed by chronic pain, illness, anxiety, depression, or stress, seeking real, lasting relief.
I provide practical, evidence-based support through flexible phone sessions, empowering clients to build resilience and improve their mental wellbeing. This service supports adults 18+, Australia Wide, but is not suitable for individuals with current or past experiences of suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
You’re overwhelmed by chronic pain, illness, anxiety, depression, or stress, seeking real, lasting relief.
I provide practical, evidence-based support through flexible phone sessions, empowering clients to build resilience and improve their mental wellbeing. This service supports adults 18+, Australia Wide, but is not suitable for individuals with current or past experiences of suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
I provide compassionate counselling and evidence based treatment empowering individuals suffering with anxiety, trauma and eating disorders to reclaim control over their mental health fostering hope happiness and holistic wellbeing.
Throughout my academic journey I have worked with various charities helping people overcome drug addiction, suicidality, crisis and mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is collaborative and eclectic in style catering to your unique individual needs knowing that you are the expert in your own life, knowing yourself best.
I provide compassionate counselling and evidence based treatment empowering individuals suffering with anxiety, trauma and eating disorders to reclaim control over their mental health fostering hope happiness and holistic wellbeing.
Throughout my academic journey I have worked with various charities helping people overcome drug addiction, suicidality, crisis and mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is collaborative and eclectic in style catering to your unique individual needs knowing that you are the expert in your own life, knowing yourself best.
I have a special interest in working with adults in the areas of Depression & Anxiety; Adjustment and Stress, Grief & Loss and trauma: Posttraumatic Stress disorder (PTSD) and Complex Trauma.
Life can get difficult, and sometimes a little help from a professional Psychologist can make things better. I am passionate about breaking down the barriers and stigmas of mental health and choosing to see a psychologist. I provide care that is scientifically evidenced based, friendly and caring, laid back and no nonsense. I appreciate the courage it takes for individuals to seek help and aim to establish a therapeutic relationship that is non-judgmental and supportive whilst enhancing a client’s independence.
I have a special interest in working with adults in the areas of Depression & Anxiety; Adjustment and Stress, Grief & Loss and trauma: Posttraumatic Stress disorder (PTSD) and Complex Trauma.
Life can get difficult, and sometimes a little help from a professional Psychologist can make things better. I am passionate about breaking down the barriers and stigmas of mental health and choosing to see a psychologist. I provide care that is scientifically evidenced based, friendly and caring, laid back and no nonsense. I appreciate the courage it takes for individuals to seek help and aim to establish a therapeutic relationship that is non-judgmental and supportive whilst enhancing a client’s independence.
Some of the most common reasons come to see me include relationship issues, mothering, work/life balance problems, anxiety, depression, grief/loss to name but a few.
I try to bring an honest, refreshing and transparent approach to counselling, where we work collaboratively to help you get on top of what is troubling you. Often, there is a lot of secrecy around counselling. Instead, I prefer to share with you approaches and strategies that I think would work. I am also a certified Gottman couples therapist.
Some of the most common reasons come to see me include relationship issues, mothering, work/life balance problems, anxiety, depression, grief/loss to name but a few.
I try to bring an honest, refreshing and transparent approach to counselling, where we work collaboratively to help you get on top of what is troubling you. Often, there is a lot of secrecy around counselling. Instead, I prefer to share with you approaches and strategies that I think would work. I am also a certified Gottman couples therapist.
I offer private counselling for individuals aged 16+, specialising in trauma, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, families, domestic violence, sexual abuse and assault, addiction, body image, sexuality and gender diversity, and cultural diversity.
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker registered as provider of Mental Health Care Plans through Medicare. I work with evidence-based psychological interventions including cognitive behavioural therapies, mindfulness-based therapies, interpersonal therapies and trauma therapy EMDR. Medicare, Work Cover, NDIS, NSW Victims Services clients welcome.
I offer private counselling for individuals aged 16+, specialising in trauma, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, families, domestic violence, sexual abuse and assault, addiction, body image, sexuality and gender diversity, and cultural diversity.
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker registered as provider of Mental Health Care Plans through Medicare. I work with evidence-based psychological interventions including cognitive behavioural therapies, mindfulness-based therapies, interpersonal therapies and trauma therapy EMDR. Medicare, Work Cover, NDIS, NSW Victims Services clients welcome.
I work on a range of areas from depression, trauma, and anxiety related to their relationships, work or family.
Their motivation stems from a deep yearning for a life that aligns with their true essence. A life characterized by authenticity, connection, and purpose. They recognize that embarking on the journey of self-discovery and healing may be challenging, but they are willing to invest the time, effort, and vulnerability required to navigate the complexities of their inner world and emerge stronger and more resilient on the other side. Ultimately, they want to reclaim agency over their lives, cultivate a sense of inner peace and contentment, and embrace the full spectrum of their humanity with courage, compassion, and acceptance.
I work on a range of areas from depression, trauma, and anxiety related to their relationships, work or family.
Their motivation stems from a deep yearning for a life that aligns with their true essence. A life characterized by authenticity, connection, and purpose. They recognize that embarking on the journey of self-discovery and healing may be challenging, but they are willing to invest the time, effort, and vulnerability required to navigate the complexities of their inner world and emerge stronger and more resilient on the other side. Ultimately, they want to reclaim agency over their lives, cultivate a sense of inner peace and contentment, and embrace the full spectrum of their humanity with courage, compassion, and acceptance.
Caitlin enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults, and has a particular interest in treating eating disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation.
Caitlin Gleeson is a Clinical Psychologist who works at InMind 4 Health and Robina Private Hospital. Caitlin has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in Hospital and private practice settings. She is passionate about working with clients to assist with increasing psychological and emotional functioning. Caitlin practices primarily from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) perspective.
Caitlin enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults, and has a particular interest in treating eating disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation.
Caitlin Gleeson is a Clinical Psychologist who works at InMind 4 Health and Robina Private Hospital. Caitlin has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in Hospital and private practice settings. She is passionate about working with clients to assist with increasing psychological and emotional functioning. Caitlin practices primarily from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) perspective.
I also recognise that anxiety can take over all aspects of life and I am here to support you take back that control.
I (Anita Fleming) am a Registered Psychologist and Founder of Alba Psychology. My life experience across countries increased my passion to ensure that diversity is considered and respected in my therapeutic model. I welcome everyone and am skilled in assisting people across the life span. I have supported children, young people and adults within early intervention, forensic, disability, community, inpatient and private practice settings. I have also undertaken specialist training in working with children and young people.
I also recognise that anxiety can take over all aspects of life and I am here to support you take back that control.
I (Anita Fleming) am a Registered Psychologist and Founder of Alba Psychology. My life experience across countries increased my passion to ensure that diversity is considered and respected in my therapeutic model. I welcome everyone and am skilled in assisting people across the life span. I have supported children, young people and adults within early intervention, forensic, disability, community, inpatient and private practice settings. I have also undertaken specialist training in working with children and young people.
Most of my clients contact me because of relationship issues, grief, anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem issues, or some form of midlife crisis.
I specialise in Mindfulness and Compassion based approaches to help you grow through adversity, and manage change more effectively. This might involve coming to terms with past events, learning to live in the present with authenticity, and redefining what matters most to you. With couples I utilize Gottman therapy because of its focus on positive outcomes.
Most of my clients contact me because of relationship issues, grief, anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem issues, or some form of midlife crisis.
I specialise in Mindfulness and Compassion based approaches to help you grow through adversity, and manage change more effectively. This might involve coming to terms with past events, learning to live in the present with authenticity, and redefining what matters most to you. With couples I utilize Gottman therapy because of its focus on positive outcomes.
Many of the women I work with are feeling stressed, anxious, and tend to live in their heads with a strong inner critic.
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
Many of the women I work with are feeling stressed, anxious, and tend to live in their heads with a strong inner critic.
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
Melissa is also passionate about supporting adults & adolescents experiencing anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, phobias, depression, anger, life stress, work difficulties and adjustment disorders.
Melissa primary modalities are Eye-Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Ego State therapy (EST). She is also passionate about somatic-based therapies (including dance, movement and yoga) to support nervous system regulation for individuals who have experienced trauma.
Melissa is also passionate about supporting adults & adolescents experiencing anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, phobias, depression, anger, life stress, work difficulties and adjustment disorders.
Melissa primary modalities are Eye-Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Ego State therapy (EST). She is also passionate about somatic-based therapies (including dance, movement and yoga) to support nervous system regulation for individuals who have experienced trauma.
Prioritising a client-led, holistic, and compassionate therapeutic style, Ashleigh offers therapy for a broad range of psychological and emotional issues such as, depression, anxiety, panic, worry and stress, adjustment, coping with chronic illness, pain management, emotional regulation, trauma.
Ashleigh Eljed has over 20 years experience working as a psychologist assisting individuals of all ages. She is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPI) and a registered Supervisor with AHPRA in the fields of Counselling Psychology and Educational and Developmental Psychology.
Prioritising a client-led, holistic, and compassionate therapeutic style, Ashleigh offers therapy for a broad range of psychological and emotional issues such as, depression, anxiety, panic, worry and stress, adjustment, coping with chronic illness, pain management, emotional regulation, trauma.
Ashleigh Eljed has over 20 years experience working as a psychologist assisting individuals of all ages. She is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPI) and a registered Supervisor with AHPRA in the fields of Counselling Psychology and Educational and Developmental Psychology.
There is a finality to symptoms such as insecurity, depression, anger and anxiety.
As a Jungian therapist, I use an approach of addressing the unconscious while (at times also encompassing my Physiotherapy techniques) through body movement, art, dreamwork as a way to connect, understands, acknowledge and heal. I can help people suffering from depression, anger, insomnia, anxiety.
There is a finality to symptoms such as insecurity, depression, anger and anxiety.
As a Jungian therapist, I use an approach of addressing the unconscious while (at times also encompassing my Physiotherapy techniques) through body movement, art, dreamwork as a way to connect, understands, acknowledge and heal. I can help people suffering from depression, anger, insomnia, anxiety.
Kate works with adults, adolescents and LGBTQ+ individuals with relationship, trauma C/PTSD, anxiety, depression, guilt and grief.
Kate’s counselling experience spans over 25+ years and specialises in trauma-informed individual counselling. Kate is passionate about applying trauma-informed practices for the safety of all clients. Being caring, compassionate and authentic is integral to healing from trauma. Providing relevant psychoeducation and practical strategies/techniques concerning life's dis/stressors and options for healthy coping skills is essential for wellbeing. Kate enables clients to experience hope and supported wellbeing whilst working towards their counselling goals. Kate is humbled by the bravery of the clients and post-trauma growth witnessed.
Kate works with adults, adolescents and LGBTQ+ individuals with relationship, trauma C/PTSD, anxiety, depression, guilt and grief.
Kate’s counselling experience spans over 25+ years and specialises in trauma-informed individual counselling. Kate is passionate about applying trauma-informed practices for the safety of all clients. Being caring, compassionate and authentic is integral to healing from trauma. Providing relevant psychoeducation and practical strategies/techniques concerning life's dis/stressors and options for healthy coping skills is essential for wellbeing. Kate enables clients to experience hope and supported wellbeing whilst working towards their counselling goals. Kate is humbled by the bravery of the clients and post-trauma growth witnessed.
Emma is passionate about working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship difficulties, unhealthy coping mechanisms and low self esteem.
Emma specialises in using a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness and schema therapy.
Emma is passionate about working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship difficulties, unhealthy coping mechanisms and low self esteem.
Emma specialises in using a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness and schema therapy.
Hello, I work with clients who are navigating trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationship issues, sexual assault, stress and anxiety, depression, chronic illness, injury, grief and loss, workplace issues and life changes.
I use an integrative approach by combining different therapies. My first priority is to create safety and trust in the counselling environment. I provide emotional support, explore your needs and potential goals to find effective coping strategies. I honour your unique story and will support you in the counselling & healing journey.
Hello, I work with clients who are navigating trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationship issues, sexual assault, stress and anxiety, depression, chronic illness, injury, grief and loss, workplace issues and life changes.
I use an integrative approach by combining different therapies. My first priority is to create safety and trust in the counselling environment. I provide emotional support, explore your needs and potential goals to find effective coping strategies. I honour your unique story and will support you in the counselling & healing journey.
Largely my clinical experience has been working with anxiety, mood issues, self esteem, relationship concerns, and drug and alcohol concerns.
I offer an integrative therapeutic approach of psychodynamic & attachment-based modalities with somatic ad cognitive behavioural therapies. Therapy is shaped according to the needs & preferences of the individual. I offer short-term interventions that target a specific area of concern & also long-term therapy for deeper or more complex & longstanding issues.
Largely my clinical experience has been working with anxiety, mood issues, self esteem, relationship concerns, and drug and alcohol concerns.
I offer an integrative therapeutic approach of psychodynamic & attachment-based modalities with somatic ad cognitive behavioural therapies. Therapy is shaped according to the needs & preferences of the individual. I offer short-term interventions that target a specific area of concern & also long-term therapy for deeper or more complex & longstanding issues.
He helps older children (10 years+), adolescents, and adults dealing with anxiety, stress, or depression.
As a trained psychologist, Anthony Engel, has been involved in countless counselling sessions. He has almost certainly spoken with someone else with your sort of issues. Now you can receive help from his experience. Anthony helps people with a variety of issues including personal development, vocational guidance, assertiveness training and more.
He helps older children (10 years+), adolescents, and adults dealing with anxiety, stress, or depression.
As a trained psychologist, Anthony Engel, has been involved in countless counselling sessions. He has almost certainly spoken with someone else with your sort of issues. Now you can receive help from his experience. Anthony helps people with a variety of issues including personal development, vocational guidance, assertiveness training and more.
Offering person-centred care working with clients across the lifespan using evidence-based practice based on the individual to help manage anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, trauma, and a range of other issues.
Experience within the Disability and Mental Health Sector under the NDIS, helping individuals with psychosocial life skills, and improving their quality of life. Angela also has experience with older adult mental health working in close collaboration with their families and care workers.
Offering person-centred care working with clients across the lifespan using evidence-based practice based on the individual to help manage anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, trauma, and a range of other issues.
Experience within the Disability and Mental Health Sector under the NDIS, helping individuals with psychosocial life skills, and improving their quality of life. Angela also has experience with older adult mental health working in close collaboration with their families and care workers.
I have worked with many clients who struggled with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, goal settings, and life's difficult relationship challenges.
Life is not always as we imagined it. It can be hard to live life to the fullest. I’m here to help you navigate a fuller, meaningful life in whatever circumstances you might face right now. This might be a difficult season but it is not the end yet. There is always hope.
I have worked with many clients who struggled with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, goal settings, and life's difficult relationship challenges.
Life is not always as we imagined it. It can be hard to live life to the fullest. I’m here to help you navigate a fuller, meaningful life in whatever circumstances you might face right now. This might be a difficult season but it is not the end yet. There is always hope.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.