Anxiety Counselling in Geelong, VIC
I am able to see individuals for the following issues: anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions, stress management, workplace stress, bullying, life transitions, self confidence /esteem issues,anger management and LGBTQI + issues.
I am keen to help individuals work through their challenges,moving from living their lives as passive observers, to being active participants, in creating lives that serve their happiness. My therapeutic practice is encapsulated in the philosophy of " Your life, your way".
I am able to see individuals for the following issues: anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions, stress management, workplace stress, bullying, life transitions, self confidence /esteem issues,anger management and LGBTQI + issues.
I am keen to help individuals work through their challenges,moving from living their lives as passive observers, to being active participants, in creating lives that serve their happiness. My therapeutic practice is encapsulated in the philosophy of " Your life, your way".

Maybe you feel sad, stuck, anxious or compulsive, not knowing how to move forward.
Utilising elements of mindfulness, somatic therapy, process-oriented psychology and art therapy you'll be surprised by what you discover and what becomes possible for you. We may also explore strategies to help you manage your emotions and difficult thought patterns, building greater resilience, self-understanding and reclaiming a sense of peace and hope.
Maybe you feel sad, stuck, anxious or compulsive, not knowing how to move forward.
Utilising elements of mindfulness, somatic therapy, process-oriented psychology and art therapy you'll be surprised by what you discover and what becomes possible for you. We may also explore strategies to help you manage your emotions and difficult thought patterns, building greater resilience, self-understanding and reclaiming a sense of peace and hope.

Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
When you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or trauma, life can feel out of control.
We use EMDR, IFS, trauma-informed modalities and cutting-edge technologies to change your relationship with trauma, anxiety, depression or PTSD. Our team works deeply to help you create lasting change and feel contentment with your life.
When you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or trauma, life can feel out of control.
We use EMDR, IFS, trauma-informed modalities and cutting-edge technologies to change your relationship with trauma, anxiety, depression or PTSD. Our team works deeply to help you create lasting change and feel contentment with your life.

They might experience anxiety, flashbacks & nightmares.
I've extensive experience as a relationship & trauma counsellor and provide family & couple counselling, victims of crime counselling, redress counselling, LGBTQI+ counselling, employee assistance & post-separation counselling. I've trained in EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, Gottman’s Couples Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy.
They might experience anxiety, flashbacks & nightmares.
I've extensive experience as a relationship & trauma counsellor and provide family & couple counselling, victims of crime counselling, redress counselling, LGBTQI+ counselling, employee assistance & post-separation counselling. I've trained in EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, Gottman’s Couples Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy.

You may be feeling alone, and doubtful - full of worry, guilt or shame at being here.
When working with me you'll notice I use a modern approach that gets positive results. Our first session will involve a diagnosis of your relationship patterns & where the problem lays. I'll ask you about your best hopes for the relationship. You'll discover how to replace losing strategies with ones designed to repair & rekindle love, intimacy & connection.
You may be feeling alone, and doubtful - full of worry, guilt or shame at being here.
When working with me you'll notice I use a modern approach that gets positive results. Our first session will involve a diagnosis of your relationship patterns & where the problem lays. I'll ask you about your best hopes for the relationship. You'll discover how to replace losing strategies with ones designed to repair & rekindle love, intimacy & connection.

If you are feeling disheartened, stuck, stressed, anxious, worried or fearful; take a moment for yourself & acknowledge that you’re doing your best & that you have landed at the right place for you now.
My specialty is working with you to tailor proven methods to your particular circumstances. This ensures counselling is right for you & you achieve your counselling goals. I offer techniques & supports to enable you to reconnect to your strengths by identifying who and what’s important to you now so you can re-engage with your life now & into the future.
If you are feeling disheartened, stuck, stressed, anxious, worried or fearful; take a moment for yourself & acknowledge that you’re doing your best & that you have landed at the right place for you now.
My specialty is working with you to tailor proven methods to your particular circumstances. This ensures counselling is right for you & you achieve your counselling goals. I offer techniques & supports to enable you to reconnect to your strengths by identifying who and what’s important to you now so you can re-engage with your life now & into the future.

Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues.
Taylor draws upon a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Taylor likes to use a client-centred approach to therapy and ensure her advice is tailored depending on each individual's unique circumstances.
Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues.
Taylor draws upon a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Taylor likes to use a client-centred approach to therapy and ensure her advice is tailored depending on each individual's unique circumstances.

Chris Long Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
These are treatments used for working on depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders.
I have several years of experience in public and private sectors. I work with people to help them understand the 'bigger picture', including what might be underlying and maintaining their difficulties. I also take a skills-based to psychotherapy, with the aim of supporting people to learn practical skills which they can implement long-term.
These are treatments used for working on depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders.
I have several years of experience in public and private sectors. I work with people to help them understand the 'bigger picture', including what might be underlying and maintaining their difficulties. I also take a skills-based to psychotherapy, with the aim of supporting people to learn practical skills which they can implement long-term.

Trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger can hold you back from living.
Individual, Couples, Group Work, Intimate Partner Violence, Family Violence, Abusive Behaviours, Anger Management, VOCAT, Grief Loss and Trauma, Mandated and Voluntary Clients, Suicidality, Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, AOD and Other Addictions, Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure and Sexual Concerns, Gender identity, and Clin Supervision.
Trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger can hold you back from living.
Individual, Couples, Group Work, Intimate Partner Violence, Family Violence, Abusive Behaviours, Anger Management, VOCAT, Grief Loss and Trauma, Mandated and Voluntary Clients, Suicidality, Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, AOD and Other Addictions, Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure and Sexual Concerns, Gender identity, and Clin Supervision.

Elizabeth Fuentes: Living Free Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use a warm and empathic therapist style, with a practical focus on collaboratively helping my clients move towards meaningful and achievable goals" Areas I am passionate to work with: Anxiety Disorders such as Social Phobia & Panic Disorder, Depression and Low self-esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Work/Life stressors, Self- improvement, Assertiveness and effective communication skills, Adjustment issues, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties.
I am experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan and enjoy working with adolescents, adults and older adults. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including primary schools and high schools as a School Psychologist, in rehabilitation and WorkCover as well as a Psychologist at a University Psychology Clinic.
I use a warm and empathic therapist style, with a practical focus on collaboratively helping my clients move towards meaningful and achievable goals" Areas I am passionate to work with: Anxiety Disorders such as Social Phobia & Panic Disorder, Depression and Low self-esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Work/Life stressors, Self- improvement, Assertiveness and effective communication skills, Adjustment issues, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties.
I am experienced in working with individuals across the lifespan and enjoy working with adolescents, adults and older adults. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including primary schools and high schools as a School Psychologist, in rehabilitation and WorkCover as well as a Psychologist at a University Psychology Clinic.

Eleasa Pearce has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you if you’re experiencing: Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Early childhood trauma Depression Relationship issues / counselling and interpersonal issues Eco anxiety and client grief Values exploration Burnout Workplace stress and career change Communication skills Grief and loss Chronic pain Stress-related conditions Coaching Anger Management Sleep difficulties Medicare, Private Health Insurers, NDIS, TAC and WorkCover Psychologist Reports.
Eleasa is a highly empathetic and compassionate psychologist with a strong focus on client centred care. She creates a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their life challenges. Eleasa uses an integrative approach individually tailored for each client so they can reach their own goals, while also promoting greater wellbeing, growth & resilience.
Eleasa Pearce has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you if you’re experiencing: Anxiety Panic Attacks Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Early childhood trauma Depression Relationship issues / counselling and interpersonal issues Eco anxiety and client grief Values exploration Burnout Workplace stress and career change Communication skills Grief and loss Chronic pain Stress-related conditions Coaching Anger Management Sleep difficulties Medicare, Private Health Insurers, NDIS, TAC and WorkCover Psychologist Reports.
Eleasa is a highly empathetic and compassionate psychologist with a strong focus on client centred care. She creates a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their life challenges. Eleasa uses an integrative approach individually tailored for each client so they can reach their own goals, while also promoting greater wellbeing, growth & resilience.
Meet Our Anxiety Counsellors

Dr Renee is a mother and takes a relatable, non-judgemental approaching to working with children, adolescents and parents with clinical experience across a broad range of clinical presentations: anxiety, depression, neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD etc.
Dr Renee Cachia has extensive experience and a range of therapeutic skills and approaches, from cognitive-behavioural therapies, mindfulness-based therapies, early behavioural intervention, play-based therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and having had developed her own programs, she takes a compassionate and client-centred approach to every family.
Dr Renee is a mother and takes a relatable, non-judgemental approaching to working with children, adolescents and parents with clinical experience across a broad range of clinical presentations: anxiety, depression, neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD etc.
Dr Renee Cachia has extensive experience and a range of therapeutic skills and approaches, from cognitive-behavioural therapies, mindfulness-based therapies, early behavioural intervention, play-based therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and having had developed her own programs, she takes a compassionate and client-centred approach to every family.

I bring humour, flexibility, and calm, alongside personal & professional experiences with chronic illness, loss, anxiety, trauma, stress, eating disorders, adhd & more.
I help those challenged with mental health, change, stressors, trauma and those looking to level up in their life in domains of wellness, performance, fitness, lifestyle and career. Whether you're struggling to cope or looking to get the most out of your life, it's not uncommon to feel stuck, get in your own way, or not know where to start. You might decide to work with me if you need that objective space and time where you can work in a safe, collaborative, understanding space to heal your past & come up with practical solutions to improve your capacity for coping, developing your mindset and optimising performance.
I bring humour, flexibility, and calm, alongside personal & professional experiences with chronic illness, loss, anxiety, trauma, stress, eating disorders, adhd & more.
I help those challenged with mental health, change, stressors, trauma and those looking to level up in their life in domains of wellness, performance, fitness, lifestyle and career. Whether you're struggling to cope or looking to get the most out of your life, it's not uncommon to feel stuck, get in your own way, or not know where to start. You might decide to work with me if you need that objective space and time where you can work in a safe, collaborative, understanding space to heal your past & come up with practical solutions to improve your capacity for coping, developing your mindset and optimising performance.

Addictions, abusive relationships, anxiety, depression, people pleasing , and negative patterns , thoughts or beliefs .
I have successfully owned a private practice for 30 years and was Senior Therapist at a dual diagnosis facility specialised in addictions, narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD and Trauma. I conducted individual sessions and groups with some of the highest risks individuals. These experiences provided a strong skill set towards all layered human behaviours.
Addictions, abusive relationships, anxiety, depression, people pleasing , and negative patterns , thoughts or beliefs .
I have successfully owned a private practice for 30 years and was Senior Therapist at a dual diagnosis facility specialised in addictions, narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD and Trauma. I conducted individual sessions and groups with some of the highest risks individuals. These experiences provided a strong skill set towards all layered human behaviours.

I work with women who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, loss or who are finding their new reality challenging.
My therapeutic style is warm and relaxed and I create a space where you can feel understood, accepted and empowered. I draw from a number of treatment modalities including Positive Psychology, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (I’ll explain this psych speak during our sessions!).
I work with women who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, loss or who are finding their new reality challenging.
My therapeutic style is warm and relaxed and I create a space where you can feel understood, accepted and empowered. I draw from a number of treatment modalities including Positive Psychology, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (I’ll explain this psych speak during our sessions!).

Anxiety, stress, persistent negative thoughts and feelings of not being enough, depression, wanting to enter into a relationship, wanting to change direction in your career, can all be areas we work through together.
I integrate both counselling and body psychotherapy into my practice. As infants and children, we are unable to understand and integrate all that transpires in our environment. There are those who have experienced trauma in all its forms and are unable to comprehend and integrate those experiences. We work together to release those blocks.
Anxiety, stress, persistent negative thoughts and feelings of not being enough, depression, wanting to enter into a relationship, wanting to change direction in your career, can all be areas we work through together.
I integrate both counselling and body psychotherapy into my practice. As infants and children, we are unable to understand and integrate all that transpires in our environment. There are those who have experienced trauma in all its forms and are unable to comprehend and integrate those experiences. We work together to release those blocks.

Grief, loss and trauma informed counselling, in addition to support for relationship conflict, and generalised anxiety and depression, form the mainstay of his practice.
With more than 25 years’ front-line experience in the caring industry, Meir has developed a very unique and personable style of counselling. Using the principles of person centred therapy, you are assured a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore and address the issues that are important to you.
Grief, loss and trauma informed counselling, in addition to support for relationship conflict, and generalised anxiety and depression, form the mainstay of his practice.
With more than 25 years’ front-line experience in the caring industry, Meir has developed a very unique and personable style of counselling. Using the principles of person centred therapy, you are assured a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore and address the issues that are important to you.

Dr Reza Nejad -Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 24 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma.
I integrate various therapeutic approaches to create an individualised treatment plan that responds to your needs. I am a certified and credentialed clinician in eating disorders, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 24 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma.
I integrate various therapeutic approaches to create an individualised treatment plan that responds to your needs. I am a certified and credentialed clinician in eating disorders, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).

I can support you with anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, mindset, motivation, study, career, relationships, friendships, pregnancy, post-partum, tic disorders and more.
I help women navigate challenges by combining empathy and curiosity to uncover patterns and foster self-awareness. I'm passionate about EMDR and Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics. Using evidence-based approaches like sensormotor psychotherapy and ACT I create actionable steps for growth, integrating psychoeducation and other holistic strategies
I can support you with anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, mindset, motivation, study, career, relationships, friendships, pregnancy, post-partum, tic disorders and more.
I help women navigate challenges by combining empathy and curiosity to uncover patterns and foster self-awareness. I'm passionate about EMDR and Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics. Using evidence-based approaches like sensormotor psychotherapy and ACT I create actionable steps for growth, integrating psychoeducation and other holistic strategies

I work with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, interpersonal issues, and trauma related to relationships or family.
As a Registered Mental Health Counsellor with years of professional experience, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. I provide therapy with compassion and expertise, helping clients from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds navigate the challenges they face with empathy and understanding. At the heart of my practice is the belief that everyone deserves a safe and accepting space to share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. I strive to create an environment where clients feel heard and understood, fostering trust and collaboration as we work together
I work with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, interpersonal issues, and trauma related to relationships or family.
As a Registered Mental Health Counsellor with years of professional experience, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. I provide therapy with compassion and expertise, helping clients from diverse cultural and personal backgrounds navigate the challenges they face with empathy and understanding. At the heart of my practice is the belief that everyone deserves a safe and accepting space to share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. I strive to create an environment where clients feel heard and understood, fostering trust and collaboration as we work together
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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.