In Person Counselling in Illawarra, NSW
Currently taking new clients. Hi, I’m Tessa and I’m a registered counsellor living on beautiful Dharawal Country, in Wollongong, Australia. I care deeply about supporting people of all ages to better understand the many parts that make up who we are. We work together long-term to heal old wounds so that you can feel more connected to yourself and feel more present in the world around you. I'm here to help with a wide variety of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, identity, relationships, isolation, grief and loss.
Currently taking new clients. Hi, I’m Tessa and I’m a registered counsellor living on beautiful Dharawal Country, in Wollongong, Australia. I care deeply about supporting people of all ages to better understand the many parts that make up who we are. We work together long-term to heal old wounds so that you can feel more connected to yourself and feel more present in the world around you. I'm here to help with a wide variety of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, identity, relationships, isolation, grief and loss.
At ArtFull Therapy we see adults and children at all stages in life in Milton/Ulludulla. With a professional focus on additional needs/neurological challenges (incl. Autism/ADHD; Ageing well; Dementia, ABI; Carers). Also offering Clinical Supervision. Art Therapy does require an interest/ commitment to get to know yourself better and to identify thoughts and behaviours not serving you well. Clients are taught to identify those, regulate, communicate, self-observe, adapt, engage, change. This builds confidence and resilience allowing for a translation of this new awareness and learnt skills for better relationships and well-being.
At ArtFull Therapy we see adults and children at all stages in life in Milton/Ulludulla. With a professional focus on additional needs/neurological challenges (incl. Autism/ADHD; Ageing well; Dementia, ABI; Carers). Also offering Clinical Supervision. Art Therapy does require an interest/ commitment to get to know yourself better and to identify thoughts and behaviours not serving you well. Clients are taught to identify those, regulate, communicate, self-observe, adapt, engage, change. This builds confidence and resilience allowing for a translation of this new awareness and learnt skills for better relationships and well-being.
Joel is a clinical psychologist, based in Thirroul (Illawarra). He believes all of us need help in our mental health journey from time to time. Joel aims to provide a space that is non-judgemental, open and understanding for you to talk about and work through the issues that are important to you. As a clinical psychologist, Joel is trained in assisting with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, drug and alcohol issues and more. He also draws on his extensive research experience in developing trauma-focused therapies for refugee communities and in treating moral injury.
Joel is a clinical psychologist, based in Thirroul (Illawarra). He believes all of us need help in our mental health journey from time to time. Joel aims to provide a space that is non-judgemental, open and understanding for you to talk about and work through the issues that are important to you. As a clinical psychologist, Joel is trained in assisting with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, drug and alcohol issues and more. He also draws on his extensive research experience in developing trauma-focused therapies for refugee communities and in treating moral injury.
My therapeutic approach focuses on facilitating transformation rather than merely treating symptoms. By building a strong alliance and adopting a collaborative method, we work together to find the best path toward a value-driven life of your choosing. I strive to see the world through your eyes, using a feedback-informed approach to track progress and suggest adjustments for achieving your goals.
My therapeutic approach focuses on facilitating transformation rather than merely treating symptoms. By building a strong alliance and adopting a collaborative method, we work together to find the best path toward a value-driven life of your choosing. I strive to see the world through your eyes, using a feedback-informed approach to track progress and suggest adjustments for achieving your goals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about supporting people to recover from the enduring effects of trauma utilising a strengths-based approach and therapeutic modalities such as DBT and EMDR. I am also offering Clinical Diagnostic Clarification Assessments.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about supporting people to recover from the enduring effects of trauma utilising a strengths-based approach and therapeutic modalities such as DBT and EMDR. I am also offering Clinical Diagnostic Clarification Assessments.
Paul Thompson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from low mood and energy, restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and more. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from low mood and energy, restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and more. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
Moore Vibrant Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Fairy Meadow, NSW 2519
Are you feeling lost and overwhelmed by life's challenges? Perhaps you are struggling with anxiety or depression or are otherwise overwhelmed; are a young adult trying to navigate a confusing world or are someone who identifies as LGBTQIA+. Or maybe you're neurodivergent, feeling like you're constantly struggling to cope in a world that wasn't designed for you. If any of this resonates, you're not alone; there is hope for a brighter future. As a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Social Worker/Therapist with over 5 years of experience, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Are you feeling lost and overwhelmed by life's challenges? Perhaps you are struggling with anxiety or depression or are otherwise overwhelmed; are a young adult trying to navigate a confusing world or are someone who identifies as LGBTQIA+. Or maybe you're neurodivergent, feeling like you're constantly struggling to cope in a world that wasn't designed for you. If any of this resonates, you're not alone; there is hope for a brighter future. As a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Social Worker/Therapist with over 5 years of experience, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Adam is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the founder of Measured Minds, a practice that provides tailored neuropsychological services. The practice is focused on two key areas: 1. Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments (e.g., NDIS applications/reviews, suspected ADHD, developmental disorders, and other brain-related conditions); and 2. Cognitive intervention/remediation (e.g., assisting individuals with ADHD, cognitive decline, or another brain-related condition to overcome challenges). All sessions are designed to focus on your individual needs.
Adam is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and the founder of Measured Minds, a practice that provides tailored neuropsychological services. The practice is focused on two key areas: 1. Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments (e.g., NDIS applications/reviews, suspected ADHD, developmental disorders, and other brain-related conditions); and 2. Cognitive intervention/remediation (e.g., assisting individuals with ADHD, cognitive decline, or another brain-related condition to overcome challenges). All sessions are designed to focus on your individual needs.
Nothing is too small to address as long as it is big enough to keep you awake. It takes courage to reach out for support, so well done in recognising that it would be helpful for you to find strategies to protect yourself from further emotional or physical pain. Whether it is a couple or individual therapy, I am here to hold the space for you non-judgmentally and help you navigate your challenges if you are willing to. I am a caring, compassionate, skilled counsellor passionate about repairing emotional disengagement and building a successful couple's relationship.
Nothing is too small to address as long as it is big enough to keep you awake. It takes courage to reach out for support, so well done in recognising that it would be helpful for you to find strategies to protect yourself from further emotional or physical pain. Whether it is a couple or individual therapy, I am here to hold the space for you non-judgmentally and help you navigate your challenges if you are willing to. I am a caring, compassionate, skilled counsellor passionate about repairing emotional disengagement and building a successful couple's relationship.
Shakira works with people to enhance and foster connectedness, safety and trust in the counselling relationship so that clients can begin to create this for themselves. Shakira can hold the space to provide support, strategies to manage stress effectively, change patterns, build confidence and to create goals in line with personal values that are necessary for living a meaningful life. Emerge Therapy looks to empower you to make informed, responsible and considered choices.
Shakira works with people to enhance and foster connectedness, safety and trust in the counselling relationship so that clients can begin to create this for themselves. Shakira can hold the space to provide support, strategies to manage stress effectively, change patterns, build confidence and to create goals in line with personal values that are necessary for living a meaningful life. Emerge Therapy looks to empower you to make informed, responsible and considered choices.
Self Reflections is a clinic that prides itself on delivering unparalleled quality, service and value to our clients. We have a team consisting of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Accredited Practicing Dietitians providing services to those in the Illawarra and surrounding communities. In addition to individual therapeutic and dietetic services, we provide Couples Therapy, Assessment (Cognitive IQ, Functional Behavioural and Autism Assessments), Clinical Supervision as well as Groups and Workshops.
Self Reflections is a clinic that prides itself on delivering unparalleled quality, service and value to our clients. We have a team consisting of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Accredited Practicing Dietitians providing services to those in the Illawarra and surrounding communities. In addition to individual therapeutic and dietetic services, we provide Couples Therapy, Assessment (Cognitive IQ, Functional Behavioural and Autism Assessments), Clinical Supervision as well as Groups and Workshops.
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I am passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and a variety of mental health presentations. I am dedicated and determined to create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth, understanding, and empowerment for all my clients. I have experience working with children, young people, and individuals across the lifespan dealing with the following presentations: autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, mood disorders, family conflict, sleep challenges, low self esteem and confidence.
I am passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals and a variety of mental health presentations. I am dedicated and determined to create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth, understanding, and empowerment for all my clients. I have experience working with children, young people, and individuals across the lifespan dealing with the following presentations: autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, mood disorders, family conflict, sleep challenges, low self esteem and confidence.
Towers Counselling is a creative & personal service which now specialises with children aged 5 to 12. I have over 30 years of experience with children and teenagers as a teacher. I am a clinical level counsellor & psychotherapist with 14 years of experience with clients from vulnerable backgrounds. I currently work in private practice. Children under the NDIS scheme who are self and plan-managed are able to access sessions. I am also an approved counsellor with Victims Services. Counselling for 22 hours or more can be applied for without a gap fee.
Towers Counselling is a creative & personal service which now specialises with children aged 5 to 12. I have over 30 years of experience with children and teenagers as a teacher. I am a clinical level counsellor & psychotherapist with 14 years of experience with clients from vulnerable backgrounds. I currently work in private practice. Children under the NDIS scheme who are self and plan-managed are able to access sessions. I am also an approved counsellor with Victims Services. Counselling for 22 hours or more can be applied for without a gap fee.
Alexandra Fish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Waitlist for new clients
My therapeutic approach is tailored to the young person and adult, informed by trauma informed care, gender affirming practices, attachment focused and client centred principles. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives and that connection and trust is paramount in the therapist and client relationship. Underpinning all of my work is a person centred and strengths-based approach, where counselling can happen within the context of a safe, supportive and respectful therapeutic relationship.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to the young person and adult, informed by trauma informed care, gender affirming practices, attachment focused and client centred principles. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives and that connection and trust is paramount in the therapist and client relationship. Underpinning all of my work is a person centred and strengths-based approach, where counselling can happen within the context of a safe, supportive and respectful therapeutic relationship.
Jacob Montoya (Dip.Counselling) and Amna Pervais (B.App.Psych) are Generalist Counsellors. Amna is also a Gestalt Psychotherapist registered with PACFA who brings her experience as a mother and wife to her therapeutic interventions. They both have significant knowledge and experience in offering Person-Centered Therapy and case management, emphasizing the use of empathy, understanding and unconditional acceptance which enhances counselling outcomes. Jacob is specialised in Couples Counselling, abuse issues and mindfulness. Both use Healing Inner Conflict (HIC) to get very specific outcomes in a short timeframe.
Jacob Montoya (Dip.Counselling) and Amna Pervais (B.App.Psych) are Generalist Counsellors. Amna is also a Gestalt Psychotherapist registered with PACFA who brings her experience as a mother and wife to her therapeutic interventions. They both have significant knowledge and experience in offering Person-Centered Therapy and case management, emphasizing the use of empathy, understanding and unconditional acceptance which enhances counselling outcomes. Jacob is specialised in Couples Counselling, abuse issues and mindfulness. Both use Healing Inner Conflict (HIC) to get very specific outcomes in a short timeframe.
Inner Calm Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Balgownie, NSW 2519
We are a group of skilled Clinical Psychologists that specialise in a wide range of mental health challenges. We assess and tailor effective treatment for mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, attachment issues, difficulties with relationships, self-esteem issues, body dysmorphia, and parenting challenges. We love to work and forge a relationship of trust and collaboration on this journey inwards, it can confronting to look at our shadows but the reward of letting them drop away can be life changing. We really hope you reach out to us and start your journey.
We are a group of skilled Clinical Psychologists that specialise in a wide range of mental health challenges. We assess and tailor effective treatment for mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, attachment issues, difficulties with relationships, self-esteem issues, body dysmorphia, and parenting challenges. We love to work and forge a relationship of trust and collaboration on this journey inwards, it can confronting to look at our shadows but the reward of letting them drop away can be life changing. We really hope you reach out to us and start your journey.
Prospect Counselling and SW Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Bowral, NSW 2576
Prospect Counselling Services provides comprehensive mental health assessments and psychological interventions for patients above 18 years of age. This specialised service will help you identify and understand your mental health concerns, with psychological strategies developed to help you overcome these concerns through careful and considered counselling solutions. Book an appointment with Prospect Counselling Services to get started!
Prospect Counselling Services provides comprehensive mental health assessments and psychological interventions for patients above 18 years of age. This specialised service will help you identify and understand your mental health concerns, with psychological strategies developed to help you overcome these concerns through careful and considered counselling solutions. Book an appointment with Prospect Counselling Services to get started!
I work with adults and young people (aged 12 and up) to navigate periods of change, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and grief and loss. I have a special interest in working with the sober curious and parents.
I work with adults and young people (aged 12 and up) to navigate periods of change, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and grief and loss. I have a special interest in working with the sober curious and parents.
Karen brings the value of 20 years experience. Are you a determined, smart, driven and creative adult or teenager? Do you try hard but things that used to work don’t seem to be working anymore? Are you experiencing any of the following? : – Anxiety – Childhood Trauma – Guilt – Depression – Abuse – Shame – Conflict – Lack of Direction – Unmet Needs – Addictions – Bullying – Peer Pressure – Communication Barriers – Emotional Pain
Karen brings the value of 20 years experience. Are you a determined, smart, driven and creative adult or teenager? Do you try hard but things that used to work don’t seem to be working anymore? Are you experiencing any of the following? : – Anxiety – Childhood Trauma – Guilt – Depression – Abuse – Shame – Conflict – Lack of Direction – Unmet Needs – Addictions – Bullying – Peer Pressure – Communication Barriers – Emotional Pain
Together we can explore the things in your life that are holding you back. Sometimes we just feel stuck. We lose our peace, we may feel lost and misunderstood. We may just need someone who is really willing to listen to us. I have a special interest in helping with prenatal and postnatal anxiety and depression, trauma recovery, women and children’s mental health, PTSD, physical and psychological birth trauma. Grief and loss. I also offer debriefing sessions to emergency responders including nurses, midwives, doctors, a
Together we can explore the things in your life that are holding you back. Sometimes we just feel stuck. We lose our peace, we may feel lost and misunderstood. We may just need someone who is really willing to listen to us. I have a special interest in helping with prenatal and postnatal anxiety and depression, trauma recovery, women and children’s mental health, PTSD, physical and psychological birth trauma. Grief and loss. I also offer debriefing sessions to emergency responders including nurses, midwives, doctors, a
