Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Rushcutters Bay, NSW

Welcome, I’m Sonia, a warm, compassionate and open-minded counsellor. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative and strength-based, listening and tailoring my approach around your needs. My aim is to help you manage life's challenges with self-compassion and self-kindness. I work with both adults and adolescents, specialising in trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD, domestic and family violence, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, difficulties with boundaries, family estrangement and shame. Supporting my clients with communication and interpersonal relationships is a special interest of mine.

Salena is a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist who has a genuine interest in listening to and supporting her clients to heal from their mental health struggles and live more fully as a result. Her main focus is providing evidence-based therapies to those who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, weight management, body image issues, childhood trauma and low self esteem. Salena has undertaken extensive training over 18 years in the NHS, the Monte Nido treatment centres in California and the Butterfly Foundation in Sydney. Salena ensures that every session delivers insight and practical skills to use.

Hi, I am Trish. Are you struggling with overthinking and managing intense emotions? Perhaps you are overwhelmed by the everyday stressors of life or struggling with a major life change - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or feel sad and stuck, not living the life you want to lead. Life can be overwhelming and I provide a compassionate and safe space for you to unpack and process difficult thoughts, feelings and emotional experiences. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor I have the tools and professional experience to guide and support you with understanding yourself more deeply.

I'm a clinical psychologist who works with all groups (18+) on a diverse range of mental health issues, I have a particular interest in trauma, grief, relationship issues, depression, life transitions (such as separation), personality disorders (such as helping individuals who are struggling with borderline personality disorder traits or helping people manage difficult relationship with individuals with narcissistic traits or helping individuals who have suffered narcissistic abuse), multicultural / culturally and linguistically diverse populations, and helping people who are struggling with sexual difficulties or dysfunction.

I am a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides individuals, couples & families the space to work collaboratively to achieve growth, change, increased wellbeing and new possibilities. I work in private practice, as a Lifeline Counsellor and as a Clinical Supervisor. My approach is trauma informed and person centered, utilising evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns.

As a Clinical Psychologist, I strive to create a space where my clients feel safe, supported, and able to speak freely without fear of judgement. I would describe myself as a warm, empathic, and understanding with a passion for providing client-centered care. I have experience working with individuals across the life-span experiencing various mental health difficulties in a variety of clinical settings, including private practice, in-patient hospital, schools, and university clinics. I currently work with adolescents, young adults, and adults.

I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma. I hold a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Adelaide as well as Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in psychology. I can assist you with a range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, adjustment difficulties, anger management, bullying and harassment, self-esteem issues, self-development, eating disorder, OCD, worries, social anxiety and panics.

Immediate availability. We see adults, adolescents, children, couples, and parents. We can assist with a number of issues including anxiety and mood disorders, anger management, social and relationship difficulties, work and academic problems, procrastination and time management, perfectionism, emotion regulation difficulties and personality disorders.

Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person and online.

I’m a warm, compassionate, and open-hearted Clinical Psychologist with 9 years experience in private practice. I believe in creating a collaborative, sustainable relationship with clients in order to help people feel safe to open up, overcome their struggles and create a rich, full, meaningful life. My work honours individuals unique experiences and innate capacity to heal, resourcing clients with a range of evidence based modalities. I work with a broad range of concerns including anxiety and panic attacks, stress management, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, depression, and family/relationship issues.

I provide psychological intervention to young people (12+) and adults (18+), with a focus on developing insight into your current life difficulties (eg anxiety, depression, issues connecting with people), considering how you would like your life to be, and beginning to take actions toward that desired life. I utilise Schema Therapy, with elements from a range of other therapy models (eg ACT, IPT, DBT, CBT) where needed, particularly when assisting people to develop new skills.

I currently work at McKinnon Psychology and Southside Health and Wellbeing in private practice seeing individuals with a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related difficulties and emotional dysregulation across adolescence to adulthood. Additionally, I also work with parents adjusting to the perinatal period with moderate to severe mental health challenges at the Perinatal Mental Health Service (PIMHS), Sydney Local Health District. Additionally, I have previous experience working at Nepean Hospital at the Nepean Anxiety Disorders Clinic, Family Metabolic Health Clinic and Nepean Antenatal Clinic.

My ideal client is committed to personal growth and eager to engage in therapy for issues like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They seek a safe, therapeutic space to explore emotions and build resilience. Utilising CBT, ACT, EMDR, DBT, and Schema Therapy, I guide them to develop practical coping skills and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. Their goals include overcoming mental health challenges and enhancing relationships. Motivated by a desire for a fulfilling life, they value the transformative journey that our integrated, evidence-based approaches facilitate towards lasting wellbeing.

Life isn’t always easy! I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to help you ‘unpack’ the messiness of life. I’m a Registered Psychologist with over 8 years’ experience working in the mental health space and use evidence-based approaches to help you better understand yourself, find new ways of coping and lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I understand that the healing journey can be difficult, and it takes great courage to seek out support. I am passionate about building true connection with clients and making you feel at ease from our first session.

I am the founder of Talk it Through Psychology which is 100% telehealth. I am neurodivergent and operate from a neuro-affirming framework, meaning that I understand the importance of tailoring all therapies and strategies to work for different brain types. I absolutely love working with people’s strengths and passions and being able to connect with clients through shared passions, which we can also incorporate into therapy! I can help you with: depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD and co-occurring mental health struggles from being neurodivergent (such as autistic burnout). I also offer affirming autism and ADHD assessments.