Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychologists and Therapists in The Gap, QLD
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
Hello, my name is Molly (she/her). I am an registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist supporting people navigating trauma, identity challenges, burnout, overwhelm, and life transitions. I am particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care, offering a space where you can feel safe, respected, and understood. I offer grounded, down-to-earth therapy that is collaborative, practical, and shaped around your experiences, helping you build self-understanding, emotional grounding, and strategies that support everyday life.
Hello, my name is Molly (she/her). I am an registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist supporting people navigating trauma, identity challenges, burnout, overwhelm, and life transitions. I am particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and providing LGBTQIA+ affirming care, offering a space where you can feel safe, respected, and understood. I offer grounded, down-to-earth therapy that is collaborative, practical, and shaped around your experiences, helping you build self-understanding, emotional grounding, and strategies that support everyday life.
I offer support for people like you who are feeling overwhelmed, lost, alone, or tired of trying to figure it out themselves. If you landed here, you may be feeling burnt out and hoping to find a supportive place to sort through what's going on.
You may have something big happening in your life - like becoming a mother, graduating high school, getting diagnosed with ADHD, or recovering from trauma. Or you may have finally found some stability to unravel all the anxiety you've been carrying. It might include a lifetime of high achieving, people pleasing, perfectionism. Sound familiar in any way? I'm so glad you're here.
I offer support for people like you who are feeling overwhelmed, lost, alone, or tired of trying to figure it out themselves. If you landed here, you may be feeling burnt out and hoping to find a supportive place to sort through what's going on.
You may have something big happening in your life - like becoming a mother, graduating high school, getting diagnosed with ADHD, or recovering from trauma. Or you may have finally found some stability to unravel all the anxiety you've been carrying. It might include a lifetime of high achieving, people pleasing, perfectionism. Sound familiar in any way? I'm so glad you're here.
My areas of expertise include:
Anxiety/ OCD/ Perfectionism/ Depression,
ASD/ADHD/Neuro diversity,
Phobias/Exam anxiety, Career Planning, Life Changes and Adjustment,
LGBTQI+ Issues,
IVF, Parenting Children with Disabilities,
Stress Management/ Relaxation/Mindfulness Techniques,
CPTSD/Trauma, Grief and Loss,
Relationship Skills and Communication.
Hi, finding a therapist you feel comfortable with can be overwhelming, especially when life is feeling challenging. When speaking with me, you will find I am a warm, empathetic and down-to-earth psychologist with over 20 years’ experience working with adults from various professions, backgrounds, and issues. I am passionate about collaborating with my client's and helping them with care and compassion. I will take time to listen, and I value your unique perspective. Together, we will identify new perspectives and practical strategies that suit your needs and situation. I look forward to speaking and meeting with you.
My areas of expertise include:
Anxiety/ OCD/ Perfectionism/ Depression,
ASD/ADHD/Neuro diversity,
Phobias/Exam anxiety, Career Planning, Life Changes and Adjustment,
LGBTQI+ Issues,
IVF, Parenting Children with Disabilities,
Stress Management/ Relaxation/Mindfulness Techniques,
CPTSD/Trauma, Grief and Loss,
Relationship Skills and Communication.
Hi, finding a therapist you feel comfortable with can be overwhelming, especially when life is feeling challenging. When speaking with me, you will find I am a warm, empathetic and down-to-earth psychologist with over 20 years’ experience working with adults from various professions, backgrounds, and issues. I am passionate about collaborating with my client's and helping them with care and compassion. I will take time to listen, and I value your unique perspective. Together, we will identify new perspectives and practical strategies that suit your needs and situation. I look forward to speaking and meeting with you.
Combining our knowledge of how the brain works with a variety of evidence-based therapuetic models, we equip our clients with the best tools to approach their challenges with understanding and confidence.
Combining our knowledge of how the brain works with a variety of evidence-based therapuetic models, we equip our clients with the best tools to approach their challenges with understanding and confidence.
At Sunrise Peak Psychology and Allied Health, we support children, adolescents, adults and families with mental health, development and wellbeing. Our team includes psychologists, speech pathologists and exercise physiologists supporting concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, ADHD and autism, relationships, communication, speech and language and physical wellbeing. We also offer autism, ADHD and learning assessments. With clinic, outdoor and telehealth options, we can help you find the right support for you or your family.
At Sunrise Peak Psychology and Allied Health, we support children, adolescents, adults and families with mental health, development and wellbeing. Our team includes psychologists, speech pathologists and exercise physiologists supporting concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, ADHD and autism, relationships, communication, speech and language and physical wellbeing. We also offer autism, ADHD and learning assessments. With clinic, outdoor and telehealth options, we can help you find the right support for you or your family.
I support clients 16 years and older struggling with concerns such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, relationship issues, and big life changes with curiosity and self-compassion.
With experience in youth mental health, I offer neuroaffirming and gender-affirming care, using mindfulness, self-compassion, cognitive strategies, and practical tools to build confidence, emotional resilience, & a greater sense of self.
I support clients 16 years and older struggling with concerns such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, relationship issues, and big life changes with curiosity and self-compassion.
With experience in youth mental health, I offer neuroaffirming and gender-affirming care, using mindfulness, self-compassion, cognitive strategies, and practical tools to build confidence, emotional resilience, & a greater sense of self.
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.
I especially connect with and enjoy providing support to people who struggle because they are highly-sensitive (hsperson.com), perfectionists, over-thinkers, anxious/worriers, or they have a history of trauma (from childhood, or from adult experiences, such as military service, miscarriage, violent assault, workplace bullying). I enjoy complex presentations, where there may be PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, perfectionism, where the person's goal is to create an inner peace, fulfilment and live a more contented life. With couples, I can help you learn how to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts and improve your connection.
I especially connect with and enjoy providing support to people who struggle because they are highly-sensitive (hsperson.com), perfectionists, over-thinkers, anxious/worriers, or they have a history of trauma (from childhood, or from adult experiences, such as military service, miscarriage, violent assault, workplace bullying). I enjoy complex presentations, where there may be PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, perfectionism, where the person's goal is to create an inner peace, fulfilment and live a more contented life. With couples, I can help you learn how to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts and improve your connection.
I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness. I also have a special interest in working with the psychological aspects of people experiencing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pain. I work with individuals in a non-judgemental, warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to assist them with achieving their therapeutic goals and help them live valued and meaningful lives.
I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness. I also have a special interest in working with the psychological aspects of people experiencing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pain. I work with individuals in a non-judgemental, warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to assist them with achieving their therapeutic goals and help them live valued and meaningful lives.
I am a provisionally registered psychologist supporting adults across a range of psychological concerns.
I provide both treatment and assessment services (including ADHD assessments)
I am a provisionally registered psychologist supporting adults across a range of psychological concerns.
I provide both treatment and assessment services (including ADHD assessments)
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.
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.
While I regularly support people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and life stress, many also benefit from my additional experience with trauma (complex, developmental, and single-incident), codependency and boundaries, disordered eating and body image concerns, body symptoms lacking a medical explanation, and OCD/anxiety.
It’s important to find a therapist who feels like a good fit. You may get a lot out of our work if you struggle with assertiveness or establishing your own needs in relationships. You may be deeply attuned to others, overwhelmed and resentful, and stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You may struggle with shame, boundaries, or building relationships that feel safe and reciprocal. If you’ve tried traditional talk therapy but felt that something was missing, somatic therapy might help you work through things in a more integrated way. If you want not only coping skills but genuine growth and change, you're in the right place.
While I regularly support people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and life stress, many also benefit from my additional experience with trauma (complex, developmental, and single-incident), codependency and boundaries, disordered eating and body image concerns, body symptoms lacking a medical explanation, and OCD/anxiety.
It’s important to find a therapist who feels like a good fit. You may get a lot out of our work if you struggle with assertiveness or establishing your own needs in relationships. You may be deeply attuned to others, overwhelmed and resentful, and stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You may struggle with shame, boundaries, or building relationships that feel safe and reciprocal. If you’ve tried traditional talk therapy but felt that something was missing, somatic therapy might help you work through things in a more integrated way. If you want not only coping skills but genuine growth and change, you're in the right place.
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I work with the following presentations (among others): Anxiety, Depression, Stress and anger, OCD, Trauma and PTSD, Autism, ADHD, Family and relationship difficulties, Body image, Men’s mental health, Philosophical and spiritual dilemmas, Difficult life transitions.
I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their story, including important life experiences and turning points that may have contributed to their current difficulties. I take a transdiagnostic approach, focusing less on diagnostic labels and more on the patterns that keep problems going. These patterns can include unhelpful habits, entrenched ways of thinking, emotional and relational dynamics, and ongoing life stressors. Often, it is these patterns, rather than the symptoms themselves, that cause problems. By addressing them we can work together to build new ways of responding that fit better with your values and goals.
I work with the following presentations (among others): Anxiety, Depression, Stress and anger, OCD, Trauma and PTSD, Autism, ADHD, Family and relationship difficulties, Body image, Men’s mental health, Philosophical and spiritual dilemmas, Difficult life transitions.
I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their story, including important life experiences and turning points that may have contributed to their current difficulties. I take a transdiagnostic approach, focusing less on diagnostic labels and more on the patterns that keep problems going. These patterns can include unhelpful habits, entrenched ways of thinking, emotional and relational dynamics, and ongoing life stressors. Often, it is these patterns, rather than the symptoms themselves, that cause problems. By addressing them we can work together to build new ways of responding that fit better with your values and goals.
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.
You may know you should stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, cut back on drinking, or handle conflict differently, yet 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 know you should stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, cut back on drinking, or handle conflict differently, yet 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.
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.
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.
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, OCD, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult life changes and emotional dysregulation.
I provide therapy using CBT, exposure therapy including exposure and response prevention (ERP), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy and trauma-informed care. Therapy is adapted to each person’s needs. Appointments at the Medicare rebate rate are available to some eligible clients with a valid GP Mental Health Treatment Plan.
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, OCD, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult life changes and emotional dysregulation.
I provide therapy using CBT, exposure therapy including exposure and response prevention (ERP), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy and trauma-informed care. Therapy is adapted to each person’s needs. Appointments at the Medicare rebate rate are available to some eligible clients with a valid GP Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Hi, I'm Jade, a clinical psychologist focused on supporting adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, phobias, OCD and related disorders, including skin picking and hair pulling.
It's important that therapy feels both supportive and effective. In sessions, we will work to understand what drives the cycles that keep these difficulties going, and apply techniques from a range of evidence-based therapies to interrupt them. My goal is to make therapy a place where you feel safe, understood and supported to make lasting change.
Hi, I'm Jade, a clinical psychologist focused on supporting adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, phobias, OCD and related disorders, including skin picking and hair pulling.
It's important that therapy feels both supportive and effective. In sessions, we will work to understand what drives the cycles that keep these difficulties going, and apply techniques from a range of evidence-based therapies 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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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.