Dr Shanara
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General (she, her)
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I am a registered psychologist dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. I believe meaningful change is built on trust, curiosity, and compassion, with space for gentle humour when it helps ease the weight of difficult experiences.
We will collaboratively explore your concerns, draw on your strengths, and develop practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your goals supporting you to create lasting change that reflects your values and individual needs.
If you're looking for guidance or support, I encourage you to reach out so we can discuss your needs and explore the best way forward together.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr Shanara Visvalingam now - (02) 8080 9601
Let's Connect (02) 8080 9601
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Insurance
- Bupa
- Medibank Private
- Medicare Rebates
Dr Shanara Visvalingam
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Shanara Visvalingam
- In Practice for 1 year
- Degree/Diploma from Macquarie University in Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology) (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology) / 2024
- Degree/Diploma from Macquarie University in Master of Research (MRes) Master of Research / 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr Shanara Visvalingam
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (02) 8080 9601
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Practice Areas
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Bipolar Disorder
- Codependency
- Gambling
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Dr Shanara Visvalingam
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Email me or call with questions - (02) 8080 9601
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Schema Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Dr Shanara Visvalingam
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Email me or call with questions - (02) 8080 9601
Location
Dr Shanara Visvalingam
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Take the first step to help. Call now - (02) 8080 9601