Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
You may be feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated or experiencing feelings of anxiety or low moods.
I have diverse life skills and experience assisting with a range of mental health concerns. I have worked with Young People, Adolescents, Adults and families for over 30 years through Mental Health Services, Drug and Alcohol, Youth Justice, and Education.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated or experiencing feelings of anxiety or low moods.
I have diverse life skills and experience assisting with a range of mental health concerns. I have worked with Young People, Adolescents, Adults and families for over 30 years through Mental Health Services, Drug and Alcohol, Youth Justice, and Education.
I specialise in anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, burnout, low mood, intrusive thoughts & trauma-related concerns.
I’m a Mental Health Accredited Social Worker & founder of the Anxiety & Wellness Clinic. I have over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field & am deeply passionate about supporting people through difficult periods in their lives. I aim to provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can explore your experiences with compassion.
I specialise in anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, burnout, low mood, intrusive thoughts & trauma-related concerns.
I’m a Mental Health Accredited Social Worker & founder of the Anxiety & Wellness Clinic. I have over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field & am deeply passionate about supporting people through difficult periods in their lives. I aim to provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can explore your experiences with compassion.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
Your concerns may include mental health, wellbeing, resilience, trauma, abuse, health, pain, relationships and neurodivergence or you may need coaching and development on a range of topics such as resilience, wellbeing, leadership, communication, conflict, change, career planning, performance, goal-setting and effectiveness. You are looking for support and strategies to help you, not just survive but thrYve at work and in life. You will be empowered to gain insight into your goals and barriers, build your confidence and capability and you will be provided with tools to achieve success and reach your potential.
I specialise in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and the everyday pressures that can feel impossible to manage.
I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. While I’m early in my professional practice, my approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based techniques. I’m committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood and begin to build lasting change.
I specialise in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and the everyday pressures that can feel impossible to manage.
I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. While I’m early in my professional practice, my approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based techniques. I’m committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood and begin to build lasting change.
Emily works with young people from 5 to 30 years of age covering a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, school and life stress, and eating concerns.
Emily’s warm, non-judgemental approach allows her to work well with teenagers and young people experiencing a range of concerns. She practices collaboratively with clients using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is passionate about working with young people and providing early intervention.
Emily works with young people from 5 to 30 years of age covering a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, school and life stress, and eating concerns.
Emily’s warm, non-judgemental approach allows her to work well with teenagers and young people experiencing a range of concerns. She practices collaboratively with clients using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is passionate about working with young people and providing early intervention.
You're insightful, maybe overthinking a little too often, and carrying more than you show. You might be navigating burnout, trauma, identity shifts, or relationship strain—just trying to make sense of it all. You're not here for surface-level coping or fluffy advice; you want honesty, depth, and a space to show up without the mask. By the end of our work, when life tries to push you, I want you to be able to look it dead in the eye and say, “No, YOU move.”
You're insightful, maybe overthinking a little too often, and carrying more than you show. You might be navigating burnout, trauma, identity shifts, or relationship strain—just trying to make sense of it all. You're not here for surface-level coping or fluffy advice; you want honesty, depth, and a space to show up without the mask. By the end of our work, when life tries to push you, I want you to be able to look it dead in the eye and say, “No, YOU move.”
Have you or someone you love just received a cancer diagnosis? Or are you in the depths of cancer treatment, struggling with side effects, just trying to get through? Or perhaps you’ve completed active treatment, and you’re now wondering why you don’t feel better?
Have you or someone you love just received a cancer diagnosis? Or are you in the depths of cancer treatment, struggling with side effects, just trying to get through? Or perhaps you’ve completed active treatment, and you’re now wondering why you don’t feel better?
I work with a range of client experiences, including grief & loss, depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, parenting, relationships, ADHD & Autism (diagnoses).
Welcome! I offer counselling that is tailored to your situation with a focus on achieving change that is meaningful to you. Life is undoubtedly tricky sometimes. Taking time out to gain new perspectives and make sense of your experience can help. I have a warm, genuine, empathic and often humorous approach, based on over 20 years of experience. I enjoy connecting with adults and teens. I invite you to call and discuss your situation and how I may be of help, today.
I work with a range of client experiences, including grief & loss, depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, parenting, relationships, ADHD & Autism (diagnoses).
Welcome! I offer counselling that is tailored to your situation with a focus on achieving change that is meaningful to you. Life is undoubtedly tricky sometimes. Taking time out to gain new perspectives and make sense of your experience can help. I have a warm, genuine, empathic and often humorous approach, based on over 20 years of experience. I enjoy connecting with adults and teens. I invite you to call and discuss your situation and how I may be of help, today.
Online (Australia-wide) & SA (in-person) anxiety, trauma/PTSD and depression specialist for adults and teenagers.
Using Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance Commitment, Psychodynamic & Expressive techniques, highly effective for treating anxiety-mediated issues, therapy involves exploring personal issues via talking and creative expression to help you gain insight into your problems, and develop new perspectives and strategies that support a process of positive change.
Online (Australia-wide) & SA (in-person) anxiety, trauma/PTSD and depression specialist for adults and teenagers.
Using Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance Commitment, Psychodynamic & Expressive techniques, highly effective for treating anxiety-mediated issues, therapy involves exploring personal issues via talking and creative expression to help you gain insight into your problems, and develop new perspectives and strategies that support a process of positive change.
My background includes supporting individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment issues.
I utilise a person-centred approach that combines psychodynamic interpersonal therapy, narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and solution-focused approaches. I am also trained in some creative approaches if conventional behaviour therapy doesn't excite you.
My background includes supporting individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment issues.
I utilise a person-centred approach that combines psychodynamic interpersonal therapy, narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and solution-focused approaches. I am also trained in some creative approaches if conventional behaviour therapy doesn't excite you.
I work with clients to develop strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Assisting clients to explore and develop strategies to better cope with stress and anxiety, as well as improving key relationships.
I work with clients to develop strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Assisting clients to explore and develop strategies to better cope with stress and anxiety, as well as improving key relationships.
I am an ACA registered counsellor and clinical supervisor. As a dedicated therapist with a special focus on men's mental health issues, I address issues such as anger, Domestic and Family Violence, intimate partner violence, addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, and work-related stress. I also focus on helping individuals in relationships, including FIFO and DIDO workers. I use a non-judgmental, empathetic approach, tailoring sessions to meet each client's unique needs.
I am an ACA registered counsellor and clinical supervisor. As a dedicated therapist with a special focus on men's mental health issues, I address issues such as anger, Domestic and Family Violence, intimate partner violence, addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, and work-related stress. I also focus on helping individuals in relationships, including FIFO and DIDO workers. I use a non-judgmental, empathetic approach, tailoring sessions to meet each client's unique needs.
Many of my clients face trauma, PTSD, BPD traits, neurodivergence, anxiety, eating-disorder patterns, domestic violence,grief or ongoing crisis that has left them overwhelmed and disconnected from themselves.
I specialise in crisis, trauma, grief, and high-risk situations. My Defence background helps me stay calm under pressure. I bring strong experience in domestic violence and work extensively with high-risk youth in Youth Justice and criminal behaviours. My approach is steady, direct, and grounded when life feels chaotic.
Many of my clients face trauma, PTSD, BPD traits, neurodivergence, anxiety, eating-disorder patterns, domestic violence,grief or ongoing crisis that has left them overwhelmed and disconnected from themselves.
I specialise in crisis, trauma, grief, and high-risk situations. My Defence background helps me stay calm under pressure. I bring strong experience in domestic violence and work extensively with high-risk youth in Youth Justice and criminal behaviours. My approach is steady, direct, and grounded when life feels chaotic.
I can support you with a range of issues such as Addiction/ substance dependence of yourself or loved one, Anger, Anxiety, Cultural issues, Depression, Expat related concerns, Family/parenting, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health concerns, Relational stressors, Stress and Trauma.
I am a Certified Compassionate Inquiry practitioner and experienced psychotherapist specialising in addiction and trauma. With a strong person-centered and holistic approach, I combine various therapeutic techniques to encourage one’s healing and understanding of self. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore all facets of themselves, supporting them to find peace and stability amidst life’s challenges. I can work with you on a range of life's issues and I am deeply committed to creating safety and care within the therapeutic relationship. There is no need to struggle alone.
I can support you with a range of issues such as Addiction/ substance dependence of yourself or loved one, Anger, Anxiety, Cultural issues, Depression, Expat related concerns, Family/parenting, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health concerns, Relational stressors, Stress and Trauma.
I am a Certified Compassionate Inquiry practitioner and experienced psychotherapist specialising in addiction and trauma. With a strong person-centered and holistic approach, I combine various therapeutic techniques to encourage one’s healing and understanding of self. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore all facets of themselves, supporting them to find peace and stability amidst life’s challenges. I can work with you on a range of life's issues and I am deeply committed to creating safety and care within the therapeutic relationship. There is no need to struggle alone.
If your child is struggling with anxiety, meltdowns, school refusal, or social difficulties, you may feel exhausted trying to figure out what is actually going on.
I specialise in assessing and supporting children who may be autistic, have ADHD, or are struggling with emotional regulation, school engagement, and social development. Integrative Psychology Associates supports clients to understand their challenges, build on existing strengths, and develop practical tools and strategies that improve everyday functioning.
If your child is struggling with anxiety, meltdowns, school refusal, or social difficulties, you may feel exhausted trying to figure out what is actually going on.
I specialise in assessing and supporting children who may be autistic, have ADHD, or are struggling with emotional regulation, school engagement, and social development. Integrative Psychology Associates supports clients to understand their challenges, build on existing strengths, and develop practical tools and strategies that improve everyday functioning.
Kerry works with adolescents and adults in addressing various concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, work-life balance difficulties, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental health matters.
Kerry approaches therapy in a person-centred manner, creating a unique therapeutic approach in collaboration with each client. Evidence-based approach therapies get to the core of your thoughts and feelings, helping you overcome difficulties such as stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Kerry works with adolescents and adults in addressing various concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, work-life balance difficulties, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental health matters.
Kerry approaches therapy in a person-centred manner, creating a unique therapeutic approach in collaboration with each client. Evidence-based approach therapies get to the core of your thoughts and feelings, helping you overcome difficulties such as stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I highly value individualised and tailored treatment approaches using best evidence-based practice for difficulties relating but not limited to: depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, OCD, ADHD, trauma, emotional and behavioural difficulties, sleep - infant, toddler, child & adult, social skills and friendships.
I am a Registered Psychologist (AHPRA) and am a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). I am the founder and principal psychologist of Integrative Psychology Associates, a Telehealth private billing psychology practice that supports individuals of all ages and backgrounds Australia wide via video conferencing.
I highly value individualised and tailored treatment approaches using best evidence-based practice for difficulties relating but not limited to: depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, OCD, ADHD, trauma, emotional and behavioural difficulties, sleep - infant, toddler, child & adult, social skills and friendships.
I am a Registered Psychologist (AHPRA) and am a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). I am the founder and principal psychologist of Integrative Psychology Associates, a Telehealth private billing psychology practice that supports individuals of all ages and backgrounds Australia wide via video conferencing.
Anxiety; Inter-Relationships; Loss; Change; Transitions; Complex Grief Suicide; HSP Counselling sessions are strengths based; trauma informed; inclusive of everyone's story, and acknowledges and respect the Kaurna people; traditional custodians of the land
Talking to a counsellor is an important choice to make because feeling emotionally well is not easy and problems do not usually get better in isolation or silence.
Overcoming expected or unexpected transitions and change takes courage and support.
Discovering how to understand loss, grief and relationship issues takes time.
Trauma of any size is important to discover its unique impact in your life.
Sensory processing sensitivities and highly sensitive and empathic traits are worthy of recognition and understanding.
Anxiety; Inter-Relationships; Loss; Change; Transitions; Complex Grief Suicide; HSP Counselling sessions are strengths based; trauma informed; inclusive of everyone's story, and acknowledges and respect the Kaurna people; traditional custodians of the land
Talking to a counsellor is an important choice to make because feeling emotionally well is not easy and problems do not usually get better in isolation or silence.
Overcoming expected or unexpected transitions and change takes courage and support.
Discovering how to understand loss, grief and relationship issues takes time.
Trauma of any size is important to discover its unique impact in your life.
Sensory processing sensitivities and highly sensitive and empathic traits are worthy of recognition and understanding.
Other experiences I commonly see include anxiety, depression, OCD, and challenges related to stress and life adjustments.
My approach style includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am trained in using a neurodiversity affirming style of practice, and approach all individual presentations with warmth and respect. Although therapy can be challenging, I do believe it can also be a positive journey!
Other experiences I commonly see include anxiety, depression, OCD, and challenges related to stress and life adjustments.
My approach style includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness. I am trained in using a neurodiversity affirming style of practice, and approach all individual presentations with warmth and respect. Although therapy can be challenging, I do believe it can also be a positive journey!
I help people navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, depression, relationship or family issues, bullying, and trauma.
In a safe, supportive space, we use practical strategies tailored to your needs, including ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, Values Exploration, and Positive Psychology. Core to my approach is unconditional positive regard - seeing the world through your eyes and supporting you without judgment.
I help people navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, depression, relationship or family issues, bullying, and trauma.
In a safe, supportive space, we use practical strategies tailored to your needs, including ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, Values Exploration, and Positive Psychology. Core to my approach is unconditional positive regard - seeing the world through your eyes and supporting you without judgment.
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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.