LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Sydney, NSW

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Telehealth Psychology ( Medicare Workcover) Sandro Queiroz
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Brighton-Le-Sands, NSW 2216  (Online Only)
Sandro has an empathetic, non-judgmental, open-minded, and holistic approach focusing on assisting individuals on their healing journey.
Sandro has an empathetic, non-judgmental, open-minded, and holistic approach focusing on assisting individuals on their healing journey.
(02) 8000 1631 View (02) 8000 1631
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Human Puzzles Counselling & Supervision Services
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Darlinghurst, NSW 2010
I understand that each person is unique, and I take an integrative approach to therapy, using a mix of techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Goal Setting, Gestalt Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Creative Therapy.
My name is Johan Torsteinsrud, and my private practice is called Human Puzzles. I am a Sydney-based professional counsellor with over six years of experience in helping people from all walks of life find their way through life’s many challenges. My counselling sessions are mainly conducted online, either via Zoom or over the phone. This provides a convenient and safe way for people to access support without the added stress of travelling to an office. I strive to create a safe space for all genders, races, cultures, bodies, sexual orientations, family constellations, and relationships.
I understand that each person is unique, and I take an integrative approach to therapy, using a mix of techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Goal Setting, Gestalt Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Creative Therapy.
My name is Johan Torsteinsrud, and my private practice is called Human Puzzles. I am a Sydney-based professional counsellor with over six years of experience in helping people from all walks of life find their way through life’s many challenges. My counselling sessions are mainly conducted online, either via Zoom or over the phone. This provides a convenient and safe way for people to access support without the added stress of travelling to an office. I strive to create a safe space for all genders, races, cultures, bodies, sexual orientations, family constellations, and relationships.
(02) 9100 0570 View (02) 9100 0570
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Big Light Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Erskineville, NSW 2043
Life can be tough. Talk therapy genuinely helps. I offer support to people who experience: mental health challenges, neurodiversity, existential issues, concerns related to religious and spiritual identity, concerns related to LGBTIQA+ identity, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, addiction, and workplace stress.
Life can be tough. Talk therapy genuinely helps. I offer support to people who experience: mental health challenges, neurodiversity, existential issues, concerns related to religious and spiritual identity, concerns related to LGBTIQA+ identity, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, addiction, and workplace stress.
(02) 9100 0251 View (02) 9100 0251
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Mark Anns
Psychologist, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Many people struggle to incorporate healthy lifestyles into day to day living. Most of us know the behaviours that are recommended however, there are many challenges - structural, economic and personal that impact on us on a day to day basis. The end result can be a feeling of being overwhelmed and behaviours and thoughts that we feel we cannot control. Although it is not always possible to change structures we can build personal resilience and learn to control thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer services to assist you to achieve your goals - by gaining control over your feelings, and building resilience in how you react.
Many people struggle to incorporate healthy lifestyles into day to day living. Most of us know the behaviours that are recommended however, there are many challenges - structural, economic and personal that impact on us on a day to day basis. The end result can be a feeling of being overwhelmed and behaviours and thoughts that we feel we cannot control. Although it is not always possible to change structures we can build personal resilience and learn to control thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer services to assist you to achieve your goals - by gaining control over your feelings, and building resilience in how you react.
(02) 9159 6112 View (02) 9159 6112
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The Kink Counsellor (Lexie Ashwell-Jones)
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Darlinghurst, NSW 2010  (Online Only)
I bring a broad perspective into my therapeutic practice; with qualifications in performing arts, sexology, education and counselling, and lived experience in the areas of neurodivesity, non-monogamy, LGBTIQA+ identities and BDSM/kink.
Life is messy and imperfect. Sexuality and identity is a lifelong journey. So many of us are limited in our exploration due to shame, stigma, or lack of sexuality education. I believe in a sex-positive approach which acknowledges and celebrates the diversity of human sexuality, identity and expression. When we are informed, empowered and validated, we live happier and more authentic lives.
I bring a broad perspective into my therapeutic practice; with qualifications in performing arts, sexology, education and counselling, and lived experience in the areas of neurodivesity, non-monogamy, LGBTIQA+ identities and BDSM/kink.
Life is messy and imperfect. Sexuality and identity is a lifelong journey. So many of us are limited in our exploration due to shame, stigma, or lack of sexuality education. I believe in a sex-positive approach which acknowledges and celebrates the diversity of human sexuality, identity and expression. When we are informed, empowered and validated, we live happier and more authentic lives.
(02) 9100 0765 View (02) 9100 0765
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Amy Harper
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Some areas I often work around are addressing mood changes, life transitions, building confidence and self-compassion, health, dis/ability, mental health, diverse bodies, body image concerns, trauma and experiences of abuse and violence, homelessness, navigating faith and cultural identity, and questioning and affirming sexuality or gender.
Hello, I'm Amy (they/them). I'm a registered Psychologist, and for the past 14 years have been counselling in community organisations with teens and adults. At the heart of my practice is providing trauma informed and affirming care to LGBTIQA+ people, their families and caregivers. My work is underpinned by ethics of social justice and advocacy, and takes into account how our lives are influenced by our context and experiences. I utilise ACT, DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and Somatic Approaches amongst others to provide an integrative and individualised approach.
Some areas I often work around are addressing mood changes, life transitions, building confidence and self-compassion, health, dis/ability, mental health, diverse bodies, body image concerns, trauma and experiences of abuse and violence, homelessness, navigating faith and cultural identity, and questioning and affirming sexuality or gender.
Hello, I'm Amy (they/them). I'm a registered Psychologist, and for the past 14 years have been counselling in community organisations with teens and adults. At the heart of my practice is providing trauma informed and affirming care to LGBTIQA+ people, their families and caregivers. My work is underpinned by ethics of social justice and advocacy, and takes into account how our lives are influenced by our context and experiences. I utilise ACT, DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and Somatic Approaches amongst others to provide an integrative and individualised approach.
(02) 9100 0548 View (02) 9100 0548
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Riccardo Ingle Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Potts Point, NSW 2011
Hello! I am a Sydney-based professional counsellor who works with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I offer a non-pathologising and humanistic approach to mental health and well-being. Counselling with me focuses on making sense of your experiences and finding meaning in the stories that constitute your life. The therapy is tailored to your needs and our ongoing conversations may explore your feelings, coping strategies, support networks, values, and goals.
Hello! I am a Sydney-based professional counsellor who works with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I offer a non-pathologising and humanistic approach to mental health and well-being. Counselling with me focuses on making sense of your experiences and finding meaning in the stories that constitute your life. The therapy is tailored to your needs and our ongoing conversations may explore your feelings, coping strategies, support networks, values, and goals.
(02) 9100 0023 View (02) 9100 0023
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John Hristoforidis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Forest Lodge, NSW 2037
Clients can present to therapy for a variety of reasons. On the other hand, clients can feel overwhelmed or unsure about where to begin with therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Where together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.
Clients can present to therapy for a variety of reasons. On the other hand, clients can feel overwhelmed or unsure about where to begin with therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Where together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.
(02) 9100 0965 View (02) 9100 0965
Photo of Chris Theodoridis, MA, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Chris Theodoridis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
I provide support to adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, family issues, addictions, grief, and LGBTIQA+ Health.
I am a registered psychologist, board approved supervisor and SIRA registered. I have also had extensive experience with NDIS clients, workcover, career coaching and vocational assessments/ reports.
I provide support to adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, facing life transitions, relationship difficulties, family issues, addictions, grief, and LGBTIQA+ Health.
I am a registered psychologist, board approved supervisor and SIRA registered. I have also had extensive experience with NDIS clients, workcover, career coaching and vocational assessments/ reports.
(02) 9100 0069 View (02) 9100 0069
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Adele Samra
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Book online or by contacting reception. My interests include women's issues, trauma, relationships, emotion regulation, anxiety and depression.
Book online or by contacting reception. My interests include women's issues, trauma, relationships, emotion regulation, anxiety and depression.
(02) 9100 0357 View (02) 9100 0357
Photo of James Fox - JFox Counselling , PACFA, Counsellor
JFox Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Waverton, NSW 2060
At J Fox Counselling, we understand the core values of mental health and the power of lived experiences. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I offer the skills that have personally transformed my own life, bringing profound joy and meaning to my work and sense of self. Together, we will focus on the areas that matter most to you, guiding you towards a more mindful and intentional life. Let's ask ourselves the right honest questions, empowering you to live for more.
At J Fox Counselling, we understand the core values of mental health and the power of lived experiences. As a neurodivergent therapist with ADHD, I offer the skills that have personally transformed my own life, bringing profound joy and meaning to my work and sense of self. Together, we will focus on the areas that matter most to you, guiding you towards a more mindful and intentional life. Let's ask ourselves the right honest questions, empowering you to live for more.
(02) 9100 0635 View (02) 9100 0635
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Nina McIlwain
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I aim to help individuals deeply understand the challenges, both internal and external, that arise in our daily lives. I am a clinical psychologist, committed to providing a compassionate, warm and safe environment. From there, we can collaboratively work to create meaningful change and build a life you value.
I aim to help individuals deeply understand the challenges, both internal and external, that arise in our daily lives. I am a clinical psychologist, committed to providing a compassionate, warm and safe environment. From there, we can collaboratively work to create meaningful change and build a life you value.
(02) 9100 0334 View (02) 9100 0334
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Dr Robby Fullerton
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
I believe that connections with the right people offer transformative space for building insight, feeling truly understood, and healing through life’s challenges. I am a warm, caring, empathic, and professional individual, devoted to improving my clients’ emotional well-being and reducing their pain and suffering. I support clients with compassion and integrity, drawing upon my extensive training in evidenced-based therapeutic interventions to produce lasting change. I’m passionate about helping others with a gentle and direct approach, creating an inviting, safe space for deep exploration and reflection.
I believe that connections with the right people offer transformative space for building insight, feeling truly understood, and healing through life’s challenges. I am a warm, caring, empathic, and professional individual, devoted to improving my clients’ emotional well-being and reducing their pain and suffering. I support clients with compassion and integrity, drawing upon my extensive training in evidenced-based therapeutic interventions to produce lasting change. I’m passionate about helping others with a gentle and direct approach, creating an inviting, safe space for deep exploration and reflection.
(02) 9100 0674 View (02) 9100 0674
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Kate Hollingsworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Glebe, NSW 2037
Hi there, I'm Kate (she/her) and I provide unconventional counselling for unconventional teens and young adults. Helping you to claim space in society as your authentic self, without compromising who you are. I specialise in youth mental health, LGBTQI+ specific counselling; and childhood trauma. Counselling with me can look like a lot of different things. It can involve learning new coping strategies; working through trauma; helping you to set boundaries; exploring identity and befriending parts of yourself that have been unsupported; finding the path that's right for you in a world of social norms and expectations.
Hi there, I'm Kate (she/her) and I provide unconventional counselling for unconventional teens and young adults. Helping you to claim space in society as your authentic self, without compromising who you are. I specialise in youth mental health, LGBTQI+ specific counselling; and childhood trauma. Counselling with me can look like a lot of different things. It can involve learning new coping strategies; working through trauma; helping you to set boundaries; exploring identity and befriending parts of yourself that have been unsupported; finding the path that's right for you in a world of social norms and expectations.
(02) 9100 0127 View (02) 9100 0127
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Linda Harrison
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Summer Hill, NSW 2130  (Online Only)
NOTE: My books have re-opened and I have a few spots available. Description: Are you feeling low, anxious, sad, burnt out or struggling to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone can thrive, and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
NOTE: My books have re-opened and I have a few spots available. Description: Are you feeling low, anxious, sad, burnt out or struggling to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone can thrive, and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
(02) 8503 8915 View (02) 8503 8915
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Yao Yao Chen
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camden, NSW 2570
My passion is in working with trauma, addiction, relationships, anger, grief, neurodiversity, and LGBTGIA+ topics. All topics are welcome regardless if it's controversial or taboo. I have been described as quirky/weird, eclectic, clinical, calm, funny, and inquisitive. I approach things in both a practical and philosophical way so that clients can have different perspectives from both me and within themselves. It is important for my clients to feel they are in a safe and comfortable space, whether they've been through a few therapists or seeking support for the first time.
My passion is in working with trauma, addiction, relationships, anger, grief, neurodiversity, and LGBTGIA+ topics. All topics are welcome regardless if it's controversial or taboo. I have been described as quirky/weird, eclectic, clinical, calm, funny, and inquisitive. I approach things in both a practical and philosophical way so that clients can have different perspectives from both me and within themselves. It is important for my clients to feel they are in a safe and comfortable space, whether they've been through a few therapists or seeking support for the first time.
(02) 4214 8112 View (02) 4214 8112
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Rhiannon Derrig
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I also aim to move away from binary and the pathologisation of queerness and neurodiversity, and provide dedicated support for people who feel they fall outside of the margins of the dominant societal group.
As a clincial psychotherapist and registered psychosexual therapist, I specialise in helping individuals with trauma and PTSD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties, including intimacy and trust. I am also passionate about providing support for navigating gendered, sexual, racial, and neuro diversity, and cultural identities, who may experience discrimination or internalised stigma. Centering unconditional positive regard, I work closely with the client to deeply explore how their past experiences, current situations, family background, and social elements of their lives have impacted their wellbeing.
I also aim to move away from binary and the pathologisation of queerness and neurodiversity, and provide dedicated support for people who feel they fall outside of the margins of the dominant societal group.
As a clincial psychotherapist and registered psychosexual therapist, I specialise in helping individuals with trauma and PTSD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties, including intimacy and trust. I am also passionate about providing support for navigating gendered, sexual, racial, and neuro diversity, and cultural identities, who may experience discrimination or internalised stigma. Centering unconditional positive regard, I work closely with the client to deeply explore how their past experiences, current situations, family background, and social elements of their lives have impacted their wellbeing.
(02) 9100 0199 View (02) 9100 0199
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Peter Gormly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Darlington, NSW 2008
I‘m Peter; I provide counselling for both couples and individuals. I’ve been helping people with the trauma affecting their lives for over 20 years. Trauma can include child and adolescent mental health, medical procedures, bullying, sexual assault, domestic violence, palliative care, oncology, chronic pain and homelessness. The traumatic experience remains and influences our daily lives and our decisions.
I‘m Peter; I provide counselling for both couples and individuals. I’ve been helping people with the trauma affecting their lives for over 20 years. Trauma can include child and adolescent mental health, medical procedures, bullying, sexual assault, domestic violence, palliative care, oncology, chronic pain and homelessness. The traumatic experience remains and influences our daily lives and our decisions.
(02) 9100 0749 View (02) 9100 0749
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Jennifer Perkins Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
(02) 8074 5705 View (02) 8074 5705
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Irene O'Neill
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Campbelltown, NSW 2560
Waitlist for new clients
I am an ACA registered counsellor based in Campbelltown and the South-Western Sydney area. I have experience working with a range of clients with a particular focus on children and young people, as well as the LGBTIQA+ community, and NDIS support. Some of the concerns I have supported my clients through include emotional regulation issues, difficulties in relationships, low self-esteem and confidence, anxiety, depression and anger management.
I am an ACA registered counsellor based in Campbelltown and the South-Western Sydney area. I have experience working with a range of clients with a particular focus on children and young people, as well as the LGBTIQA+ community, and NDIS support. Some of the concerns I have supported my clients through include emotional regulation issues, difficulties in relationships, low self-esteem and confidence, anxiety, depression and anger management.
(02) 4214 8009 View (02) 4214 8009
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