Culturally Sensitive Counselling in Narrabeen, NSW
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I am a psychologist working on the Northern Beaches in Sydney. I offer CBT based therapy including BULK BILLING with a Mental Health Plan from a GP for clients on CentreLink or otherwise financially limited. I also offer Religiously integrated CBT(RCBT) for clients who have a Christian or Jewish faith and want to use it as a strength in therapy. I have extensive experience with mental health issues, alcohol and other drug addictions, depression and anxiety. See Fb @SetFreePsychology for more.
I am a psychologist working on the Northern Beaches in Sydney. I offer CBT based therapy including BULK BILLING with a Mental Health Plan from a GP for clients on CentreLink or otherwise financially limited. I also offer Religiously integrated CBT(RCBT) for clients who have a Christian or Jewish faith and want to use it as a strength in therapy. I have extensive experience with mental health issues, alcohol and other drug addictions, depression and anxiety. See Fb @SetFreePsychology for more.
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Overwhelmed. Stressed. Anxious. Exhausted. Overcome with grief. Feeling low in self esteem. Struggling. In pain & suffering. Lack of direction. Distressed. Panic. Numb. Disconnected. If you relate to any or many of these feelings then I may be able to help you move through these states to feeling more connected, empowered, happier, and energised to live a more wholehearted life.
Overwhelmed. Stressed. Anxious. Exhausted. Overcome with grief. Feeling low in self esteem. Struggling. In pain & suffering. Lack of direction. Distressed. Panic. Numb. Disconnected. If you relate to any or many of these feelings then I may be able to help you move through these states to feeling more connected, empowered, happier, and energised to live a more wholehearted life.
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HERE4U Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Narrabeen, NSW 2101
I help people from all walks of life to live life as best versions of themselves. That means addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone.
I help people from all walks of life to live life as best versions of themselves. That means addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone.
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Im passionate about helping people restore their sense of self-worth and confidence in order to regain control over their lives. I work with a wide variety of adults and adolescents in crisis, and people experiencing ongoing mental health issues (such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD) as a result of adversity, trauma, and violence. I empower individuals who have experienced adversity and oppression, through exploring existing competencies, strengths and inherent resilience. I’m person-centred, flexible and practical, ensuring you feel supported, and your individual needs are addressed in a non-judgemental and open environment
Im passionate about helping people restore their sense of self-worth and confidence in order to regain control over their lives. I work with a wide variety of adults and adolescents in crisis, and people experiencing ongoing mental health issues (such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD) as a result of adversity, trauma, and violence. I empower individuals who have experienced adversity and oppression, through exploring existing competencies, strengths and inherent resilience. I’m person-centred, flexible and practical, ensuring you feel supported, and your individual needs are addressed in a non-judgemental and open environment
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Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed? Maybe your emotions jump from 0-100 in a second; or you're having relationship and other issues. Perhaps you feel on edge, maybe shutdown, have anger, sadness, trauma. With 20+ years’ counselling experience, I bring a wealth of know-how plus a gamut of tools and strategies, to help you. If you're stuck in a tough patch, an experienced therapist with years of experience can help you navigate it all and bring peace and resolution. Someone caring, incisive, calm and highly skilled to work with the issues at hand, will get you there. I will bring just that.
Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed? Maybe your emotions jump from 0-100 in a second; or you're having relationship and other issues. Perhaps you feel on edge, maybe shutdown, have anger, sadness, trauma. With 20+ years’ counselling experience, I bring a wealth of know-how plus a gamut of tools and strategies, to help you. If you're stuck in a tough patch, an experienced therapist with years of experience can help you navigate it all and bring peace and resolution. Someone caring, incisive, calm and highly skilled to work with the issues at hand, will get you there. I will bring just that.
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I am a compassionate, relatable and non judgemental therapist. I love the process of helping people to understand and overcome the complexities and challenges they face in their daily lives. I have over 30 years experience working as a mental health practitioner and psychotherapist, and 10 years experience as a meditation teacher, mindfulness practitioner and practising buddhist. I understand that every person is unique and requires a personalised approach to healing. Whatever changes or problems you are navigating, my priority is to create a warm and open space for you to share and work through your experiences.
I am a compassionate, relatable and non judgemental therapist. I love the process of helping people to understand and overcome the complexities and challenges they face in their daily lives. I have over 30 years experience working as a mental health practitioner and psychotherapist, and 10 years experience as a meditation teacher, mindfulness practitioner and practising buddhist. I understand that every person is unique and requires a personalised approach to healing. Whatever changes or problems you are navigating, my priority is to create a warm and open space for you to share and work through your experiences.
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Accessible and affordable online Counselling that is culturally sensitive, intersectional and trauma informed. All people welcome as I have experience in primary healthcare, domestic violence, workplace injury management, and mentoring kids and their families to navigate everyday challenges and big feelings. I aim to provide a safe, transparent and nurturing space that builds trust and rapport in the therapeutic relationship. I am a strength-based therapist encouraging clients to identify their own skills and resources, to make informed decisions and set achievable goals. I offer pre-diagnosis Assessments for various presentations.
Accessible and affordable online Counselling that is culturally sensitive, intersectional and trauma informed. All people welcome as I have experience in primary healthcare, domestic violence, workplace injury management, and mentoring kids and their families to navigate everyday challenges and big feelings. I aim to provide a safe, transparent and nurturing space that builds trust and rapport in the therapeutic relationship. I am a strength-based therapist encouraging clients to identify their own skills and resources, to make informed decisions and set achievable goals. I offer pre-diagnosis Assessments for various presentations.
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Develop & Thrive
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067 (Online Only)
Using a holistic, integrated approach, Belinda provides a combination of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychoeducation, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to educate and treat people with a wide range of social, physical, and mental health conditions.
Belinda is a 16+ years qualified Psychologist who is passionate about helping people to flourish and thrive using science and evidence-based practices and solutions. As a mother of two, she has a genuine interest in working collaboratively with individuals, families, and carers from all walks of life to protect, promote and support their mental health and wellbeing.
Using a holistic, integrated approach, Belinda provides a combination of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychoeducation, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to educate and treat people with a wide range of social, physical, and mental health conditions.
Belinda is a 16+ years qualified Psychologist who is passionate about helping people to flourish and thrive using science and evidence-based practices and solutions. As a mother of two, she has a genuine interest in working collaboratively with individuals, families, and carers from all walks of life to protect, promote and support their mental health and wellbeing.
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June Gay, Principal Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067
June provides a therapy experience that is culturally sensitive, safe and inclusive.
Appointments available in August. June has over 22y experience as a Psychologist and has a Master of Counselling Psychology. Central to therapy with June is an authentic, empathetic and collaborative therapeutic relationship, which research has shown to be the most important factor in successful counselling. Recognising the uniqueness of each individual, June integrates evidence based concepts and techniques to assist and empower client recovery. Sessions can be conducted either in person or via Telehealth. She is a registered provider with Medicare, health funds, WorkCover, and Access+.
June provides a therapy experience that is culturally sensitive, safe and inclusive.
Appointments available in August. June has over 22y experience as a Psychologist and has a Master of Counselling Psychology. Central to therapy with June is an authentic, empathetic and collaborative therapeutic relationship, which research has shown to be the most important factor in successful counselling. Recognising the uniqueness of each individual, June integrates evidence based concepts and techniques to assist and empower client recovery. Sessions can be conducted either in person or via Telehealth. She is a registered provider with Medicare, health funds, WorkCover, and Access+.
![Photo of Safari Lee, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dc393da1-614d-48dc-92f5-7070201f94fa/1/320x400.jpeg)
Change, uncertainty and loss of control can affect our lives in many ways. It is helpful to talk about what you are going through, and together we can discuss ways to cope, manage symptoms, and explore how you can get your life back in balance. Whether you are experiencing a recent family, work, health, sex or life issue, or this has been going on for a long time, we can make sense of what is happening. We can identify the type of life you want, find ways to remove the obstacles and plan a way ahead.
Change, uncertainty and loss of control can affect our lives in many ways. It is helpful to talk about what you are going through, and together we can discuss ways to cope, manage symptoms, and explore how you can get your life back in balance. Whether you are experiencing a recent family, work, health, sex or life issue, or this has been going on for a long time, we can make sense of what is happening. We can identify the type of life you want, find ways to remove the obstacles and plan a way ahead.
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I am an accredited psychotherapist offering face to face and online counselling. My work calls upon a variety of modalities such as Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Body- Mind practices, Compassion practices, Symbol and Depth work. This integrative approach enables my clients to discover their own unique path to change and healing. I prioritise creating a safe and sturdy rapport within the therapuetic relationship as the foundation for the ongoing work of therapy. I work with individuals, adolescents and children. I also offer sand play, art and expressive therapies with a trauma informed lens.
I am an accredited psychotherapist offering face to face and online counselling. My work calls upon a variety of modalities such as Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Body- Mind practices, Compassion practices, Symbol and Depth work. This integrative approach enables my clients to discover their own unique path to change and healing. I prioritise creating a safe and sturdy rapport within the therapuetic relationship as the foundation for the ongoing work of therapy. I work with individuals, adolescents and children. I also offer sand play, art and expressive therapies with a trauma informed lens.
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Relationship Therapy/ Marriage Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Are your fights increasing and you're sick of the constant conflict with no resolution? Are you on the brink of separation or divorce? Don't lose hope. There absolutely IS a way out of chronic conflict and loneliness, emptiness and pain. You’re tired even exhausted, and you may have tried everything. I can help you so you don’t have to let your love evaporate. I have spent years and years studying many methods of couples therapy and even reaching certification level as a Certified Gottman Couples Therapist. I can walk beside you and show you skilful means to building a better way to live, bond and rebuild love.
Are your fights increasing and you're sick of the constant conflict with no resolution? Are you on the brink of separation or divorce? Don't lose hope. There absolutely IS a way out of chronic conflict and loneliness, emptiness and pain. You’re tired even exhausted, and you may have tried everything. I can help you so you don’t have to let your love evaporate. I have spent years and years studying many methods of couples therapy and even reaching certification level as a Certified Gottman Couples Therapist. I can walk beside you and show you skilful means to building a better way to live, bond and rebuild love.
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Everyone needs support at times. Naomi provides outcomes-focussed counselling for individuals and couples wanting to make meaningful change in their lives or relationships. If you are struggling or unhappy - with challenges with your mental health, life/work stress or relationship difficulties - Naomi will support you in an inclusive and safe environment. Her background is working with individuals and couples in the following areas: mental health support & trauma, couples counselling (including infidelity, communication issues, family planning), self-esteem, confidence and goal setting, and fertility support (including IVF/donation)
Everyone needs support at times. Naomi provides outcomes-focussed counselling for individuals and couples wanting to make meaningful change in their lives or relationships. If you are struggling or unhappy - with challenges with your mental health, life/work stress or relationship difficulties - Naomi will support you in an inclusive and safe environment. Her background is working with individuals and couples in the following areas: mental health support & trauma, couples counselling (including infidelity, communication issues, family planning), self-esteem, confidence and goal setting, and fertility support (including IVF/donation)
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Nam-Hee is a registered Clinical Psychologist and a Graduate of Hakomi Therapy with over 18 years of experience working with individuals, adolescents, and parents with young children in private practice and specialised public health care settings. Nam-Hee is trained in an attachment informed, somatic & mindfulness based psychotherapy (Hakomi). She is also an Australian Health Practitioners’ Registration Agency (AHPRA) approved clinical supervisor. Nam-Hee has had extensive experience working with people with complex and chronic mental health presentations.
Nam-Hee is a registered Clinical Psychologist and a Graduate of Hakomi Therapy with over 18 years of experience working with individuals, adolescents, and parents with young children in private practice and specialised public health care settings. Nam-Hee is trained in an attachment informed, somatic & mindfulness based psychotherapy (Hakomi). She is also an Australian Health Practitioners’ Registration Agency (AHPRA) approved clinical supervisor. Nam-Hee has had extensive experience working with people with complex and chronic mental health presentations.
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Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
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I want to work with my clients, guide them to make life's difficulties easier and teach them coping methods, offer them happier life in the future.
I want to work with my clients, guide them to make life's difficulties easier and teach them coping methods, offer them happier life in the future.
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Life is never a smooth sailing. It is full of ups and downs and sometimes nasty surprises. It might be difficult to think, sometimes, that things can get better. There may be troubles at work with boss or a co-worker, unsettled feelings around in-laws, difficulties in resolving issues with a partner, or even issues within yourself. As difficult as those issues may sound, it is possible to attend to them, and with the right help, to resolve them.
Life is never a smooth sailing. It is full of ups and downs and sometimes nasty surprises. It might be difficult to think, sometimes, that things can get better. There may be troubles at work with boss or a co-worker, unsettled feelings around in-laws, difficulties in resolving issues with a partner, or even issues within yourself. As difficult as those issues may sound, it is possible to attend to them, and with the right help, to resolve them.
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I’m Daniela, a registered clinical counsellor and a gestalt psychotherapist. I’d love to support you in finding your way to thrive in life. I work with adult individuals who struggle in relationships - whether that is the romantic ones, relationships with friends, colleagues, family members or simply relating to anyone in life. I will assist you in healing your relationship with yourself and help you uncover the patterns of relating to others that may prevent you from experiencing connection and freedom in your relationships. This healing and growth allows for more meaningful and authentic relationships and a more fulfilling life.
I’m Daniela, a registered clinical counsellor and a gestalt psychotherapist. I’d love to support you in finding your way to thrive in life. I work with adult individuals who struggle in relationships - whether that is the romantic ones, relationships with friends, colleagues, family members or simply relating to anyone in life. I will assist you in healing your relationship with yourself and help you uncover the patterns of relating to others that may prevent you from experiencing connection and freedom in your relationships. This healing and growth allows for more meaningful and authentic relationships and a more fulfilling life.
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I help people work through trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I am passionate about facilitating a safe place where clients can be free to explore their issues, gain strength and discover hope.
I help people work through trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I am passionate about facilitating a safe place where clients can be free to explore their issues, gain strength and discover hope.
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Chrissy Antonopoulos (Online Telehealth)
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067 (Online Only)
I am a Registered Psychologist working with people experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, eating and body image concerns, stress/life changes, grief/loss, chronic health conditions and disability. I have an interest in assessment and experience with Autism, ADHD, learning, intellectual and adaptive functioning assessments. I can provide reports for NDIS and education/school plans. I have lived experience of disability and work from an affirming, collaborative and empowering framework. I work with people of all ages and am currently only offering Telehealth services.
I am a Registered Psychologist working with people experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, eating and body image concerns, stress/life changes, grief/loss, chronic health conditions and disability. I have an interest in assessment and experience with Autism, ADHD, learning, intellectual and adaptive functioning assessments. I can provide reports for NDIS and education/school plans. I have lived experience of disability and work from an affirming, collaborative and empowering framework. I work with people of all ages and am currently only offering Telehealth services.
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How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.