In Person Counselling in Lawson, NSW

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Sonja Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
Everybody wants to be heard, believed, validated and respected. I teach strategies to manage complicated and overwhelming feelings. I love to help individuals grow and develop interpersonally and learn how to have better more satisfying relationships with themselves and others. I am passionate about working with people to unpack and explore early childhood trauma, facilitate self-exploration, examine emotional blind spots and understand relationship patterns in order to have a functional, happy and healthy existence.
Everybody wants to be heard, believed, validated and respected. I teach strategies to manage complicated and overwhelming feelings. I love to help individuals grow and develop interpersonally and learn how to have better more satisfying relationships with themselves and others. I am passionate about working with people to unpack and explore early childhood trauma, facilitate self-exploration, examine emotional blind spots and understand relationship patterns in order to have a functional, happy and healthy existence.
(02) 8776 3814 View (02) 8776 3814
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Pete O'Malley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
I’m a warm and compassionate clinical psychologist who puts building strong and supportive relationships at the heart of my practice. I provide individudal therapy for adults (20+) across a range of issues. Together we'll focus on your growing strengths as much as the challenges you're facing. I have a background in working with complex challenges including PTSD, complex PTSD, personality, mood and anxiety disorders. I also work part-time at the specialist trauma and addictions clinic, the Birchtree Centre, in Sydney.
I’m a warm and compassionate clinical psychologist who puts building strong and supportive relationships at the heart of my practice. I provide individudal therapy for adults (20+) across a range of issues. Together we'll focus on your growing strengths as much as the challenges you're facing. I have a background in working with complex challenges including PTSD, complex PTSD, personality, mood and anxiety disorders. I also work part-time at the specialist trauma and addictions clinic, the Birchtree Centre, in Sydney.
(02) 5657 0257 View (02) 5657 0257
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Florence Thum
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
Hi there! I work with teenagers and adults from diverse gender, cultural and socioeconomic background in areas of personal growth and development, communication and conflict, stress and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, education and schooling, mid-life questioning, existential or spiritual issues, grief and loss. I have worked in different professional settings from law to education and psychotherapy, and attuned to sociocultural impacts on our mental health. Our therapeutic or coaching session is a safe space for awareness and healing and to lean towards positive action.
Hi there! I work with teenagers and adults from diverse gender, cultural and socioeconomic background in areas of personal growth and development, communication and conflict, stress and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, education and schooling, mid-life questioning, existential or spiritual issues, grief and loss. I have worked in different professional settings from law to education and psychotherapy, and attuned to sociocultural impacts on our mental health. Our therapeutic or coaching session is a safe space for awareness and healing and to lean towards positive action.
(02) 4503 8982 View (02) 4503 8982
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Martin Roberts
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
In my practice, I work towards an understanding of each person’s needs to develop a responsive, culturally sensitive practice, and provide an empathic, non-judgmental space where people can feel heard, valued, connected, empowered and understood. I have extensive experience working with teens through to adults of all genders, and specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, ASD, sexuality, gender, identity and self-esteem.
In my practice, I work towards an understanding of each person’s needs to develop a responsive, culturally sensitive practice, and provide an empathic, non-judgmental space where people can feel heard, valued, connected, empowered and understood. I have extensive experience working with teens through to adults of all genders, and specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, ASD, sexuality, gender, identity and self-esteem.
(02) 4501 7934 View (02) 4501 7934
Clare Russell-Williams
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
Clare is a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with a depth of experience treating a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, perinatal mental health, grief and loss, transition and adjustment issues, and self-esteem difficulties. Clare has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has extensive experience working with veterans and emergency service personnel who have experienced trauma. She also has specialist skills in working with women who are experiencing difficulties during the perinatal period and currently works with the Gidget Foundation.
Clare is a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with a depth of experience treating a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, perinatal mental health, grief and loss, transition and adjustment issues, and self-esteem difficulties. Clare has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has extensive experience working with veterans and emergency service personnel who have experienced trauma. She also has specialist skills in working with women who are experiencing difficulties during the perinatal period and currently works with the Gidget Foundation.
(02) 4708 9525 View (02) 4708 9525
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Trisha Harris - Riverview Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lawson, NSW 2783
Hi, my name is Trisha Harris, I am a mum of 4, including 3 who are neurodivergent. I work with individuals, couples and teens, including NDIS. I understand the need for support, to be heard, to have undivided attention that is just for YOU. I can help you handle the 'right now' with a safe space for you to plan for your future and reach your goals. Supporting you, every step of the way.
Hi, my name is Trisha Harris, I am a mum of 4, including 3 who are neurodivergent. I work with individuals, couples and teens, including NDIS. I understand the need for support, to be heard, to have undivided attention that is just for YOU. I can help you handle the 'right now' with a safe space for you to plan for your future and reach your goals. Supporting you, every step of the way.
(02) 4703 5077 View (02) 4703 5077
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Christie Little
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lawson, NSW 2783
I am a trauma informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, grief, suicide bereavement, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-worth, stress management and purposeful living. My intention is to support you to navigate life’s past and present challenges while deepening your capacity to achieve an enduring sense of peace, safety, agency and wellbeing. I offer clinical sessions at Leura Wellness, nature based sessions in the Blue Mountains area and online to anywhere.
I am a trauma informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, grief, suicide bereavement, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-worth, stress management and purposeful living. My intention is to support you to navigate life’s past and present challenges while deepening your capacity to achieve an enduring sense of peace, safety, agency and wellbeing. I offer clinical sessions at Leura Wellness, nature based sessions in the Blue Mountains area and online to anywhere.
(08) 7831 2913 View (08) 7831 2913
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Rhyan Andrews
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
Not accepting new clients
I have worked as a social worker and counsellor for over 30 years in NSW Health. I have specialised in grief and loss, relationships, sexual health and women's health. I am passionate about helping my clients feel more positive about themselves and their life. I believe in the power of positive, respectful counselling to move us forward and heal emotionally. Please note, I do not take out of hour calls. In this case, please call Lifeline on 131114 for support.
I have worked as a social worker and counsellor for over 30 years in NSW Health. I have specialised in grief and loss, relationships, sexual health and women's health. I am passionate about helping my clients feel more positive about themselves and their life. I believe in the power of positive, respectful counselling to move us forward and heal emotionally. Please note, I do not take out of hour calls. In this case, please call Lifeline on 131114 for support.
(02) 4708 9532 View (02) 4708 9532
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The Counselling & Therapy Place
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Lawson, NSW 2783
Not accepting new clients
It can be daunting trying to find the right support when a decision has been made that you or a family member would like to see a counsellor or therapist.​ People have many reasons for making the decision, but finding someone you feel comfortable with and trust will help you find your way can be hard. In opening The Counselling & Therapy Place, Katrina, wanted to provide a place where people of all ages can find somebody who will help them hold the hope at times when it might not feel like there is any, or where they can come before things get too hard.
It can be daunting trying to find the right support when a decision has been made that you or a family member would like to see a counsellor or therapist.​ People have many reasons for making the decision, but finding someone you feel comfortable with and trust will help you find your way can be hard. In opening The Counselling & Therapy Place, Katrina, wanted to provide a place where people of all ages can find somebody who will help them hold the hope at times when it might not feel like there is any, or where they can come before things get too hard.
(02) 4708 9569 View (02) 4708 9569

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Kirsten Maclean Barnett
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Katoomba, NSW 2780
I provide a safe and inclusive space where you can express yourself authentically, and where you will be held in a non-judgmental and deeply compassionate way. You might be experiencing a significant life event or transition … feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or depressed … a big question or uncertainty might loom over you ... or maybe you have curious body symptoms or dreams. I will support you to uncover the unknown. Working with clients of all genders from teen into late adulthood, although I also specialise in menstrual cycle awareness and rites of passage midwifery.
I provide a safe and inclusive space where you can express yourself authentically, and where you will be held in a non-judgmental and deeply compassionate way. You might be experiencing a significant life event or transition … feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or depressed … a big question or uncertainty might loom over you ... or maybe you have curious body symptoms or dreams. I will support you to uncover the unknown. Working with clients of all genders from teen into late adulthood, although I also specialise in menstrual cycle awareness and rites of passage midwifery.
(08) 5117 3155 View (08) 5117 3155
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Tiffany Williamson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Springwood, NSW 2777
I have qualifications from La Trobe University, University of New England and Edith Cowan University. During my most recent degree, I designed, managed and executed a research project which looked at the attitudes and knowledge of university students on Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have a passion for supporting children and families with disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression, and those who have experienced trauma. I am passionate about working with neurodiverse families, across a range of cultural backgrounds
I have qualifications from La Trobe University, University of New England and Edith Cowan University. During my most recent degree, I designed, managed and executed a research project which looked at the attitudes and knowledge of university students on Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have a passion for supporting children and families with disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression, and those who have experienced trauma. I am passionate about working with neurodiverse families, across a range of cultural backgrounds
(02) 4503 4117 View (02) 4503 4117
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Lisa Paul Counselling/Psychotherapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Katoomba, NSW 2780
A qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor working with Perinatal Mental Health, Grief & Loss and Trauma, Lisa works with women who struggle with depression/anxiety particularly in pregnancy and the postnatal period and who have experienced trauma - in birth or from childhood and grief and loss. "I find that it is such rewarding work to be able to help someone work through their challenges. My aim is to work WITH you, to support you and guide you, so you don't feel alone in this journey".
A qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor working with Perinatal Mental Health, Grief & Loss and Trauma, Lisa works with women who struggle with depression/anxiety particularly in pregnancy and the postnatal period and who have experienced trauma - in birth or from childhood and grief and loss. "I find that it is such rewarding work to be able to help someone work through their challenges. My aim is to work WITH you, to support you and guide you, so you don't feel alone in this journey".
(02) 8069 9763 View (02) 8069 9763
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Be Right Here
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Springwood, NSW 2777
We take referrals through Medicare and NDIS plus direct from the public. As social workers we are very skilled in working with people and families to help address their needs and work through their challenges and worries. It may be working on your relationships with family or partner or it could be things from your past that you feel keep holding you back. We ask you about what your hopes and goals are for therapy and give you the support to move towards them.
We take referrals through Medicare and NDIS plus direct from the public. As social workers we are very skilled in working with people and families to help address their needs and work through their challenges and worries. It may be working on your relationships with family or partner or it could be things from your past that you feel keep holding you back. We ask you about what your hopes and goals are for therapy and give you the support to move towards them.
(02) 4703 5932 View (02) 4703 5932
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Kate Houlahan
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Springwood, NSW 2777
I’m Kate, I am a trauma-informed and neuro affirming Counsellor based in the Blue Mountains. I hold postgraduate counselling qualifications and am registered with the Australian Counselling Association. I have worked with children, teens, adults and their families/support systems for over 10 years in non-government organisations. I currently work at Able2.
I’m Kate, I am a trauma-informed and neuro affirming Counsellor based in the Blue Mountains. I hold postgraduate counselling qualifications and am registered with the Australian Counselling Association. I have worked with children, teens, adults and their families/support systems for over 10 years in non-government organisations. I currently work at Able2.
(02) 4501 9747 View (02) 4501 9747
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Michelle Genders
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Katoomba, NSW 2780
I have more than 5 years clinical experience and an additional 12 years in psychology research. I’ve worked in private practice, non-government organisations, employment services, disability services, tertiary education, and visual art. I have experience providing therapy to people across the entire lifespan from various cultural backgrounds. This includes people with mild to severe mental health challenges such as anxiety, stress, and mood disorders as well as general self-understanding and development.
I have more than 5 years clinical experience and an additional 12 years in psychology research. I’ve worked in private practice, non-government organisations, employment services, disability services, tertiary education, and visual art. I have experience providing therapy to people across the entire lifespan from various cultural backgrounds. This includes people with mild to severe mental health challenges such as anxiety, stress, and mood disorders as well as general self-understanding and development.
(02) 4501 7245 View (02) 4501 7245
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Kristina Paliokaite
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springwood, NSW 2777
I work with people who experience anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief, sleep issues, low motivation, parent-child or other close relationship challenges, workplace stress among other issues. Together, we can think about ways to reach into your inner resources to be your most resilient self, whether that means accessing more self compassion, assertiveness, better boundaries or challenging those old beliefs that no longer serve you.
I work with people who experience anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief, sleep issues, low motivation, parent-child or other close relationship challenges, workplace stress among other issues. Together, we can think about ways to reach into your inner resources to be your most resilient self, whether that means accessing more self compassion, assertiveness, better boundaries or challenging those old beliefs that no longer serve you.
(02) 4503 6318 View (02) 4503 6318
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Rob Engels
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leura, NSW 2780
I am a PACFA-certified somatic psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma-informed awareness practices that dissolve the root causes of your suffering to liberate the freedom, authenticity and wholeness that is rightfully yours. In session, I invite you to move beyond the stories you tell about yourself into an experiential, embodied understanding of your core wounds so that you can tend and heal them. My work is holistic, encompassing body, mind and spirit, helping you to resolve the deeper, unconscious patterns, programs and processes that are holding you back.
I am a PACFA-certified somatic psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma-informed awareness practices that dissolve the root causes of your suffering to liberate the freedom, authenticity and wholeness that is rightfully yours. In session, I invite you to move beyond the stories you tell about yourself into an experiential, embodied understanding of your core wounds so that you can tend and heal them. My work is holistic, encompassing body, mind and spirit, helping you to resolve the deeper, unconscious patterns, programs and processes that are holding you back.
(03) 7302 8745 View (03) 7302 8745
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Jennifer Craig
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Verified Verified
Katoomba, NSW 2780
Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed with stress that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don't know where to start to make things better. You might know that you are safe now – and that the past is over – but parts of you just don’t seem to believe it. Maybe it feels as if you've been stranded in patterns of response that only complicate things, rather than help them. But all your efforts to change don't go anywhere. You may know that you have experienced early life and chronic trauma, but knowing this hasn't yet helped to soothe all the distressing patterns, thoughts, feelings and impulses that come from that trauma.
Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed with stress that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don't know where to start to make things better. You might know that you are safe now – and that the past is over – but parts of you just don’t seem to believe it. Maybe it feels as if you've been stranded in patterns of response that only complicate things, rather than help them. But all your efforts to change don't go anywhere. You may know that you have experienced early life and chronic trauma, but knowing this hasn't yet helped to soothe all the distressing patterns, thoughts, feelings and impulses that come from that trauma.
(02) 5701 4004 View (02) 5701 4004
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Louise Jeanette Evans
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Blue Mountains National Park, NSW 2787
I'm a Counsellor and Walk and Talk Therapist, practicing in the Penrith, Blue Mountains, and Camden. My practice is unique as sessions are provided in local parks and walking trails. My vision is to reconnect my clients with the natural environment while enhancing your coping skills, uncovering your personal strengths and empowering you to move forward towards your goals and greater happiness. Consultations are 60 minutes long and the first 30 minute phone session provides the opportunity for you to consider if walk and talk therapy will be a better fit for you.
I'm a Counsellor and Walk and Talk Therapist, practicing in the Penrith, Blue Mountains, and Camden. My practice is unique as sessions are provided in local parks and walking trails. My vision is to reconnect my clients with the natural environment while enhancing your coping skills, uncovering your personal strengths and empowering you to move forward towards your goals and greater happiness. Consultations are 60 minutes long and the first 30 minute phone session provides the opportunity for you to consider if walk and talk therapy will be a better fit for you.
(02) 4708 9530 View (02) 4708 9530
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Branch Out Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Katoomba, NSW 2780
Branch Out Counselling offers affordable counselling for children and adults of all ages who may find themselves 'stuck' with problems of basic human conflict and dilemma. We would like to reach out to people who seek counselling that is welcoming, confidential and available now to help work through those everyday stresses and difficulties that maintain life's problems. Branch out and change behaviours that no longer work for you, and take action towards achieving life's values and goals. Build compassion for yourself and others and learn strategies that help strengthen emotional regulation skills and values-based behaviour.
Branch Out Counselling offers affordable counselling for children and adults of all ages who may find themselves 'stuck' with problems of basic human conflict and dilemma. We would like to reach out to people who seek counselling that is welcoming, confidential and available now to help work through those everyday stresses and difficulties that maintain life's problems. Branch out and change behaviours that no longer work for you, and take action towards achieving life's values and goals. Build compassion for yourself and others and learn strategies that help strengthen emotional regulation skills and values-based behaviour.
(02) 5301 0306 View (02) 5301 0306

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