ADHD Counselling in Tuggerah, NSW
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with vast experience in working with clients of a variety of ages in private practice. For the past six and a half years I worked specifically with youth, aged from 14 to 25. I am passionate about working with youth but I am also open to working with other age groups as well. My areas of interest include complex trauma, ADHD, gender identity, sexuality, anxiety, depression, stress management, and cultural change and adjustment.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with vast experience in working with clients of a variety of ages in private practice. For the past six and a half years I worked specifically with youth, aged from 14 to 25. I am passionate about working with youth but I am also open to working with other age groups as well. My areas of interest include complex trauma, ADHD, gender identity, sexuality, anxiety, depression, stress management, and cultural change and adjustment.
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Specialising in children, youth and individuals who are stressed, anxious and generally overwhelmed with life’s curve balls. Do you have children with behaviours that are challenging, diagnosis’ of ADHD, Autism or similar? Do you have teens that feel like no one understands them? Do you want to create a sense of contentment in your life? To gain some connection within your family, to feel a greater sense of self-worth and self-acceptance? To understand and not vilify the many different parts of who you are? Congratulations on taking the first and often most difficult step in your well-being journey!
Specialising in children, youth and individuals who are stressed, anxious and generally overwhelmed with life’s curve balls. Do you have children with behaviours that are challenging, diagnosis’ of ADHD, Autism or similar? Do you have teens that feel like no one understands them? Do you want to create a sense of contentment in your life? To gain some connection within your family, to feel a greater sense of self-worth and self-acceptance? To understand and not vilify the many different parts of who you are? Congratulations on taking the first and often most difficult step in your well-being journey!
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Natalie offers comprehensive assessment of mental health, neurodevelopmental disorders (autism and ADHD) including adult assessment, personality, cognitive (IQ) and specific learning disorders, executive functioning, and behaviour.
Dr Natalie Close is a registered psychologist with postgraduate training including a doctorate and Master of Clinical Psychology. She has held positions in research and university education and completed a PhD in cognitive psychology. Natalie has been working clinically in private practice for over 10 years, where she provides comprehensive psychological assessments and evidence-based therapies. Natalie maintains a professional and ethical approach including practical tools, emotional support, psychological assessment, and mental health treatment backed by science. She is currently a board-approved supervisor in psychology.
Natalie offers comprehensive assessment of mental health, neurodevelopmental disorders (autism and ADHD) including adult assessment, personality, cognitive (IQ) and specific learning disorders, executive functioning, and behaviour.
Dr Natalie Close is a registered psychologist with postgraduate training including a doctorate and Master of Clinical Psychology. She has held positions in research and university education and completed a PhD in cognitive psychology. Natalie has been working clinically in private practice for over 10 years, where she provides comprehensive psychological assessments and evidence-based therapies. Natalie maintains a professional and ethical approach including practical tools, emotional support, psychological assessment, and mental health treatment backed by science. She is currently a board-approved supervisor in psychology.
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Mahalia Hartas
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Tuggerah, NSW 2259 (Online Only)
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We support a diverse range of neurodivergent experiences including but not limited to autism, ADHD, cognitive and learning differences, gender diversity, or the unique interactions between these.
At NeuroKind, we are dedicated to empowering neurodivergence through a client-led, strengths-based therapeutic approach. Our neuroaffirming framework supports you in exploring and embracing your unique neurodivergent identity, fostering independence and self-determination. Join our community and start your journey to self-acceptance — and thrive independently as your authentic self. NeuroKind has been awarded the New Partner in Employability Award by the University of Newcastle, 2023 Start-up of the Year by Business Wyong. And finalist in the Psychology Category of the prestigious 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards
We support a diverse range of neurodivergent experiences including but not limited to autism, ADHD, cognitive and learning differences, gender diversity, or the unique interactions between these.
At NeuroKind, we are dedicated to empowering neurodivergence through a client-led, strengths-based therapeutic approach. Our neuroaffirming framework supports you in exploring and embracing your unique neurodivergent identity, fostering independence and self-determination. Join our community and start your journey to self-acceptance — and thrive independently as your authentic self. NeuroKind has been awarded the New Partner in Employability Award by the University of Newcastle, 2023 Start-up of the Year by Business Wyong. And finalist in the Psychology Category of the prestigious 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards
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Our assessment services encompass a range of areas, including ADHD assessments, cognitive assessments, autism assessments, memory testing, and achievement testing.
At our practice, we prioritise ensuring that our clients feel truly heard, understood, and respected, regardless of their circumstances, history, or concerns. Taking a positive psychology approach, we firmly believe in the unique strengths inherent in every individual, and our aim is to empower and amplify those strengths.
Our assessment services encompass a range of areas, including ADHD assessments, cognitive assessments, autism assessments, memory testing, and achievement testing.
At our practice, we prioritise ensuring that our clients feel truly heard, understood, and respected, regardless of their circumstances, history, or concerns. Taking a positive psychology approach, we firmly believe in the unique strengths inherent in every individual, and our aim is to empower and amplify those strengths.
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Leisa is a psychologist providing tailored assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults. Leisa provides comprehensive assessment for developmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and Intellectual (Cognitive) difficulties using gold standard measures. She is experienced in the treatment of ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, PTSD, attachment difficulties, and selective mutism. Leisa is an accredited Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) practitioner and is currently providing Telehealth support online (Zoom).
Leisa is a psychologist providing tailored assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults. Leisa provides comprehensive assessment for developmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and Intellectual (Cognitive) difficulties using gold standard measures. She is experienced in the treatment of ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, PTSD, attachment difficulties, and selective mutism. Leisa is an accredited Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) practitioner and is currently providing Telehealth support online (Zoom).
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Specialisation in children, adolescents and adults in need of diagnosis, or already diagnosed, higher functioning autism spectrum conditions, including those associated with (diagnosed) chromosomal abnormalities, and their parents or partners. Issues may be that the individual requires a formal diagnosis, intervention, intervention guidance, relationship guidance or parenting guidance.
Specialisation in children, adolescents and adults in need of diagnosis, or already diagnosed, higher functioning autism spectrum conditions, including those associated with (diagnosed) chromosomal abnormalities, and their parents or partners. Issues may be that the individual requires a formal diagnosis, intervention, intervention guidance, relationship guidance or parenting guidance.
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Carly Tredway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Palmdale, NSW 2258
Waitlist for new clients
Here at Sunnybank, we specialise in helping people who are experiencing mental health difficulties through understanding complex thoughts, feelings and situations. Our down-to-earth approach, coupled with the beautiful environment here at Sunnybank opens us to the possibility of change. We can sit outside by the fire, on a picnic blanket, inside on the lounge or walk the property- it's experiential, meaning that we help you to experience the change, the healing, the shift. We do it alongside you, we walk together. Our client-led focus can help you to open up and through honesty and sharing your story; you are not alone.
Here at Sunnybank, we specialise in helping people who are experiencing mental health difficulties through understanding complex thoughts, feelings and situations. Our down-to-earth approach, coupled with the beautiful environment here at Sunnybank opens us to the possibility of change. We can sit outside by the fire, on a picnic blanket, inside on the lounge or walk the property- it's experiential, meaning that we help you to experience the change, the healing, the shift. We do it alongside you, we walk together. Our client-led focus can help you to open up and through honesty and sharing your story; you are not alone.
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Nicola has extensive experience working with the most vulnerable individuals in our community working with disability agencies, child protection and out of home care organisations. Nicola has extensive experience working with complex mental health presentations, supporting individuals who are at risk of suicide and survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse and traumatic experiences. Nicola also provides mental health and neurodiverse assessments for individuals especially for young people who present with high abilities to socially mask their neuro-diversities
Nicola has extensive experience working with the most vulnerable individuals in our community working with disability agencies, child protection and out of home care organisations. Nicola has extensive experience working with complex mental health presentations, supporting individuals who are at risk of suicide and survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse and traumatic experiences. Nicola also provides mental health and neurodiverse assessments for individuals especially for young people who present with high abilities to socially mask their neuro-diversities
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Offering Ecotherapy and/or the more traditional indoor therapy. Experience compassion-focused psychological support for adolescents (16yrs+) and adults. Every client is important and treated with respect, understanding and whole-heartedness. Together we develop a treatment plan specific to your own unique needs.
Offering Ecotherapy and/or the more traditional indoor therapy. Experience compassion-focused psychological support for adolescents (16yrs+) and adults. Every client is important and treated with respect, understanding and whole-heartedness. Together we develop a treatment plan specific to your own unique needs.
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Lauren Freele Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Lake Munmorah, NSW 2259
Lauren uses a person centered approach to therapy, meaning she places importance on getting to know you, your needs, and your strengths before tailoring they style of therapy to suit the individual. Lauren works with individuals and couples for all issues, specifically interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and an array of mental health diagnosis.
Lauren uses a person centered approach to therapy, meaning she places importance on getting to know you, your needs, and your strengths before tailoring they style of therapy to suit the individual. Lauren works with individuals and couples for all issues, specifically interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and an array of mental health diagnosis.
The issues for clients can be many and varied, single or multiple including mental health, personal crisis, relationships, poverty, employment, substances etc. Clients want to be listened to in a non judgemental manner and helped to explore their world. The want to be enabled and empowered to get things better because the current is almost unbearable
The issues for clients can be many and varied, single or multiple including mental health, personal crisis, relationships, poverty, employment, substances etc. Clients want to be listened to in a non judgemental manner and helped to explore their world. The want to be enabled and empowered to get things better because the current is almost unbearable
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Over the years I have worked hard to grow skills to be able to work with individuals with a variety of presentations. I work with anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders and trauma and much more. It is important that the client and I work collaboratively to meet a clients needs and goals and that we have an open, honest relationship together. It is important for client's to know that they are the master in themselves and that I as a therapist am there to support them to make their own changes to reach their full potential.
Over the years I have worked hard to grow skills to be able to work with individuals with a variety of presentations. I work with anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders and trauma and much more. It is important that the client and I work collaboratively to meet a clients needs and goals and that we have an open, honest relationship together. It is important for client's to know that they are the master in themselves and that I as a therapist am there to support them to make their own changes to reach their full potential.
Online Therapists
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I specialise in the treatment of teenagers and young adults, and focus on ADHD, anxiety, mood, impulsive behaviours, and addiction.
I am a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar with immediate availability to begin treatment. I have broad experience in child and adult mental health and have worked in multiple treatment settings - the Centre for Emotional Health (child anxiety), St Vincent’s Hospital (adult anxiety, OCD, phobia, panic attacks, social anxiety), Westmead Children's Hospital (chronic illness, chronic pain), and the Sydney University Clinic (adult anxiety, depression, ADHD, family therapy). I currently work part-time as a psychologist at Northern Beaches Hospital.
I specialise in the treatment of teenagers and young adults, and focus on ADHD, anxiety, mood, impulsive behaviours, and addiction.
I am a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar with immediate availability to begin treatment. I have broad experience in child and adult mental health and have worked in multiple treatment settings - the Centre for Emotional Health (child anxiety), St Vincent’s Hospital (adult anxiety, OCD, phobia, panic attacks, social anxiety), Westmead Children's Hospital (chronic illness, chronic pain), and the Sydney University Clinic (adult anxiety, depression, ADHD, family therapy). I currently work part-time as a psychologist at Northern Beaches Hospital.
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Sexual Psychology: Clinical Psyc & Sex Therapist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Common issues are: Low Desire; Erection; Painful Sex; Ejaculation; Porn/Sex Addiction; OCD (HOCD, POCD); PTSD (CSA, Sexual Assault); Kink; (a)Sexuality; Gender; Sex w cancer/disability; Paraphilia; STIs; Sex workers; Polyamory; ADHD; Depression; Anxiety; ASD.
Hi I'm George! Sexual problems are common and can be resolved. As a clinical psychologist and sex therapist I am in the unique position of having experience and training in both mental health and sexual function, gender, sexuality, and relationships at the Masters level.
Common issues are: Low Desire; Erection; Painful Sex; Ejaculation; Porn/Sex Addiction; OCD (HOCD, POCD); PTSD (CSA, Sexual Assault); Kink; (a)Sexuality; Gender; Sex w cancer/disability; Paraphilia; STIs; Sex workers; Polyamory; ADHD; Depression; Anxiety; ASD.
Hi I'm George! Sexual problems are common and can be resolved. As a clinical psychologist and sex therapist I am in the unique position of having experience and training in both mental health and sexual function, gender, sexuality, and relationships at the Masters level.
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Because of my excessive training in trauma, I work with adults presenting with ADHD traits and relationship difficulties.
I arrived as a refugee with my family back in 1999. My first experience as a psychologist was in trauma field, volunteering my university holidays with STARTTS, non-for-profit organisation helping survivors of trauma. At the time I was a young person, helping other refugee kids and young people assimilate to Australia. Following my university degree, I facilitated childhood trauma paediatric clinics as the only psychologist on board with NSW Area Health for 11 years, working closely with senior paediatricians completing assessments for children, ranging from infants until 16 years of age.
Because of my excessive training in trauma, I work with adults presenting with ADHD traits and relationship difficulties.
I arrived as a refugee with my family back in 1999. My first experience as a psychologist was in trauma field, volunteering my university holidays with STARTTS, non-for-profit organisation helping survivors of trauma. At the time I was a young person, helping other refugee kids and young people assimilate to Australia. Following my university degree, I facilitated childhood trauma paediatric clinics as the only psychologist on board with NSW Area Health for 11 years, working closely with senior paediatricians completing assessments for children, ranging from infants until 16 years of age.
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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.
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MyLife Psychologists
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Alexandria, NSW 2015
Our team of highly skilled and empathetic clinical psychologists have expertise in a range of areas, including working with anxiety and depression (including perinatal), stress and burnout, alcohol and substance use, neurodiversity (ASD and ADHD), relationship issues, grief and loss, insomnia, as well as LGBTQIA+ related concerns.
Our team of experienced Clinical Psychologists provide help to adults, adolescents and couples navigating a wide variety of mental health concerns and challenges. We understand that life can be challenging, and everyone deserves compassionate and professional guidance to navigate these difficulties. At MyLife Psychologists, we're dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of the next steps to take, we're here to help. It’s important to us that you feel heard and understood – and that you’re not alone.
Our team of highly skilled and empathetic clinical psychologists have expertise in a range of areas, including working with anxiety and depression (including perinatal), stress and burnout, alcohol and substance use, neurodiversity (ASD and ADHD), relationship issues, grief and loss, insomnia, as well as LGBTQIA+ related concerns.
Our team of experienced Clinical Psychologists provide help to adults, adolescents and couples navigating a wide variety of mental health concerns and challenges. We understand that life can be challenging, and everyone deserves compassionate and professional guidance to navigate these difficulties. At MyLife Psychologists, we're dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of the next steps to take, we're here to help. It’s important to us that you feel heard and understood – and that you’re not alone.
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Aimee has experience with people of various ages, cultural backgrounds, ability levels and presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability (ID), interpersonal difficulties, and emotion regulation difficulties.
Aimee is a clinical psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Aimee takes a person-centred approach to her practice, working collaboratively with her clients to harness their strengths/knowledge and achieve their goals. She draws from various therapeutic styles to meet the unique needs and circumstances of her clients, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapies, trauma-based therapies, dialectal behaviour therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy.
Aimee has experience with people of various ages, cultural backgrounds, ability levels and presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability (ID), interpersonal difficulties, and emotion regulation difficulties.
Aimee is a clinical psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Aimee takes a person-centred approach to her practice, working collaboratively with her clients to harness their strengths/knowledge and achieve their goals. She draws from various therapeutic styles to meet the unique needs and circumstances of her clients, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapies, trauma-based therapies, dialectal behaviour therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy.
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When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.