Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA (she, her)

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Waverley, NSW 2024

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Together, we can explore the best ways to support you. Many clients are embarking on their recovery journey and are seeking relief from very acute addictive behaviours. Others are seeking longer-term psychotherapy to heal the wounds underlying those addictions. Others still, are seeking just a few sessions for specific challenges, such as a relationship break-up, bouts of anxiety or depression, or because they feel stuck in some way. And often, people don’t really know what they want and need yet, and that’s ok too. Whatever you bring, you are welcome here. Please have a look at my website for food addiction recovery group work.

I take a compassionate and curious approach to working with clients who struggle with addictions, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, poor body image, stress, burn-out, relationships, work, finding purpose, grief and loss, and 12-step recovery. I work in a trauma-informed, Internal Family Systems informed and person centred way.

This work found me when I hit bottom with my lifelong struggle with food addiction, binge eating and bulimia. I became extensively involved with peer support groups, personal therapy and a lot of self-exploration and study. I discovered other substance and process addictions, then complex trauma and attachment injury, and their intergenerational nature.

Call or Email Vanessa Kredler now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 9158 6679

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Waverley, NSW 2024

(02) 9158 6679

I am experienced with online and telephone counselling. I offer Zoom and telephone sessions.

I focus on Addiction, Eating Disorders and Anxiety

$165 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (02) 9158 6679

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Waverley, NSW 2024

(02) 9158 6679

I am experienced with online and telephone counselling. I offer Zoom and telephone sessions.

I focus on Addiction, Eating Disorders and Anxiety

$165 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $165

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Bupa
CUA Health
GMHBA
Medibank Private
Police Health
Teachers Health

My fees are not reimbursable through the medicare mental health care plan because counsellors are not currently included in this scheme. Private health funds do often help with the cost of counselling, depending on your cover.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia Vanessa Kredler

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 10 years

Master of Counselling, Master of Counselling, Graduated 2022

Additional Credentials

Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia 31042

Certificate from INFACT Food addiction counsellor / 2018

Certificate from IFS Institute IFS Level 2 / 2024

I have a wide range of qualifications and you can read the full list on my website. I am a member of ANZAED and the Food Addiction Professionals Network.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

I have a wide range of qualifications and you can read the full list on my website. I am a member of ANZAED and the Food Addiction Professionals Network.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

Addiction
Eating Disorders
Anxiety

Practice Areas

Alcohol Use
Body Positivity
Codependency
Internet Addiction
Obesity
Self Esteem
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Weight Loss

I've supported people with challenges including (but not exclusively): Food Addiction & Eating Disorders, Weight & Body Image Concerns, Codependency, Complex Trauma, Substance & Process Addictions (including alcohol, drugs, sex, relationships, work/activity, money, Internet & technology and others.) My key area of expertise is food addiction, also known as ultra-processed food addiction.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

I also speak

French ,

German ,

Hebrew

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

I also speak

French ,

German ,

Hebrew

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Coaching
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Person-Centred
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I am a person-centred, trauma-informed practitioner and welcome whatever you bring to therapy. I take a solution-focused approach to help with practical strategies and use evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) strategies commonly used in addictions treatment. I work with Internal Family Systems (IFS) for deeper healing work.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

Groups

Food addiction and Internal Family Systems

Hosted by

Vanessa Kredler

This group is a space for applying Internal Family Systems (IFS) to your food addiction recovery in a small and supportive group. Together, we embark on a compassionate and curious exploration of the parts of us that play key roles in our addictive food behaviours. Over 4 weeks you'll learn vital skills to help you connect with your own parts and gain more peace and balance inside. Check my website to add yourself to the waitlist for the next group. 2025 dates coming up.

Practice Areas

Addiction

Eating Disorders

Substance Use

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Every Sat 9:30 A.M. - 11 A.M.

Location

online

Waverley, NSW 2024

Email Vanessa Kredler about this group or call - (02) 9158 6679

May workshops: Transform within: Self-practice IFS

Hosted by

Vanessa Kredler

Developing an IFS self-practice allows you to: Recognise and address past wounds and current triggers—without relying on external guidance every time. Regulate emotions more effectively by intentionally engaging with your inner parts. Befriend the parts of you that respond to stress or pain, creating a path toward calm and emotional balance. Integrate IFS with other recovery practices for ongoing self-discovery and growth. Workshop times: Sydney, Australia time Sat 10 May 9 - 10:15 am Sat 17 May 9 - 10:15 am Sat 24 May 9 - 10:15 am. Sign up on the Sweetsobriety.ca website

Group Meets

Every Sat 9 A.M. - 10:15 A.M.

Location

online

Henrietta Street

Waverley, NSW 2024

Email Vanessa Kredler about this group or call - (02) 9158 6679

Food Sober

Hosted by

Vanessa Kredler

Coming soon! This monthly recurring membership gives you access to a weekly ultra-processed food addiction recovery skills practice group. Together, we will learn about and practice key recovery skills in real time. This includes coping skills, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, assertiveness, boundaries, and many more. Join the waitlist on my website.

Practice Areas

Addiction

Alcohol Use

Eating Disorders

Age

Adults

Location

Henrietta Street

Online

Waverley, NSW 2024

Email Vanessa Kredler about this group or call - (02) 9158 6679

Location

Primary Location

Waverley, NSW 2024

(02) 9158 6679

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

I am experienced with online and telephone counselling. I offer Zoom and telephone sessions.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call for a free consultation now - (02) 9158 6679

I am experienced with online and telephone counselling. I offer Zoom and telephone sessions.

Vanessa Kredler

Counsellor, MA, PACFA

Call for a free consultation now - (02) 9158 6679