Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Woollahra, NSW
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I utilise evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, positive psychology and mindfulness based practice frameworks.
I work with children, adolescents and adults. I use a warm and empathic approach to establish strong rapport with my clients while providing a non-judgemental and secure space. I work with: Anxiety, Depression, Emotional regulation, Suicide intervention and prevention, Self-harm, Child behavioural difficulties, Grief and loss, Self-esteem, Stress management, School issues and Interpersonal difficulties.
I utilise evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, positive psychology and mindfulness based practice frameworks.
I work with children, adolescents and adults. I use a warm and empathic approach to establish strong rapport with my clients while providing a non-judgemental and secure space. I work with: Anxiety, Depression, Emotional regulation, Suicide intervention and prevention, Self-harm, Child behavioural difficulties, Grief and loss, Self-esteem, Stress management, School issues and Interpersonal difficulties.
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I have over ten years experience working with children, adolescents and adults experiencing various mental health issues. I work with various mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, grief and loss, trauma and substance use and dependence. I use evidence based psychological interventions to treat mental health disorders, which include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Relapse Prevention.
I have over ten years experience working with children, adolescents and adults experiencing various mental health issues. I work with various mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, grief and loss, trauma and substance use and dependence. I use evidence based psychological interventions to treat mental health disorders, which include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Relapse Prevention.
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I use a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, narrative based therapy and motivational interviewing.
I provide services to children, adolescents, parents and adults. I have a warm and empathetic approach. I am conscious of the various challenges young people and adults experience and I aim to create a safe and collaborative space for you to feel empowered.
I use a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, narrative based therapy and motivational interviewing.
I provide services to children, adolescents, parents and adults. I have a warm and empathetic approach. I am conscious of the various challenges young people and adults experience and I aim to create a safe and collaborative space for you to feel empowered.
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I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapies, and ACT.
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 draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapies, and ACT.
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.
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Calum Johal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woollahra, NSW 2025
I'm trained in a various modalities (CBT, DBT, Schema, ACT, Bowen Family Systems, MBSR) but, more importantly, I have over 10 years of experience working in Mental Health; from inpatient hospitals to public and private community settings across Australia and in the United Kingdom.
We all face challenges in life. Whether it be feeling emotionally down, or anxious, or within our close personal relationships or our career. I believe that most people in these situations have a sense that something isn't right for them, but feel stuck on what to do about it. "I'm not totally happy in my relationship, but I love this person and want to make it work", "I'm unhappy at work, but I don't know what steps I can take to change things". People want clarity, my job is to work with them to find it.
I'm trained in a various modalities (CBT, DBT, Schema, ACT, Bowen Family Systems, MBSR) but, more importantly, I have over 10 years of experience working in Mental Health; from inpatient hospitals to public and private community settings across Australia and in the United Kingdom.
We all face challenges in life. Whether it be feeling emotionally down, or anxious, or within our close personal relationships or our career. I believe that most people in these situations have a sense that something isn't right for them, but feel stuck on what to do about it. "I'm not totally happy in my relationship, but I love this person and want to make it work", "I'm unhappy at work, but I don't know what steps I can take to change things". People want clarity, my job is to work with them to find it.
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We use a number of evidence-based approaches in our practice, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotion Coaching , Attachment Focused, and Parent Training.
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.
We use a number of evidence-based approaches in our practice, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotion Coaching , Attachment Focused, and Parent Training.
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.
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I use CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Schema, and DBT in my practice, and I work primarily with adults and adolescents.
As an experienced clinical psychologist, I provide clients with a supportive and safe space to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I draw from a range of therapeutic models to address an individuals’ needs and equip them with skills to take on life’s challenges. I aim to be authentic in my practice and to help clients feel at ease in the therapy room. At the heart of my approach is the belief that people are able to grow and evolve in order to live a meaningful life. I feel privileged to be in a position to observe people grow and take this into their lives outside the therapy room.
I use CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Schema, and DBT in my practice, and I work primarily with adults and adolescents.
As an experienced clinical psychologist, I provide clients with a supportive and safe space to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I draw from a range of therapeutic models to address an individuals’ needs and equip them with skills to take on life’s challenges. I aim to be authentic in my practice and to help clients feel at ease in the therapy room. At the heart of my approach is the belief that people are able to grow and evolve in order to live a meaningful life. I feel privileged to be in a position to observe people grow and take this into their lives outside the therapy room.
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I am dedicated to providing support to children, adolescents and adults and have particular interest and experience in neurodiversity and parenting. I am committed to making a positive difference to the lives of individuals and families. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor and supervise clinicians working with neurodivergent clients, and supervise provisional psychologists and registrars.
I am dedicated to providing support to children, adolescents and adults and have particular interest and experience in neurodiversity and parenting. I am committed to making a positive difference to the lives of individuals and families. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor and supervise clinicians working with neurodivergent clients, and supervise provisional psychologists and registrars.
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At Mind Matters we mainly work with clients who seek therapy to address areas of their lives that are weighing them down - from a relationship breakdown, to a toxic workplace, to anxiety, to depression, to low self-worth. Psychologists can help encourage positive changes through support, psycho-education, developing healthy coping strategies, changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. At Mind Matters psychology we are focused on providing the highest level of service to our clients, from the first email/call and throughout all your visits within in our purpose build terrace.
At Mind Matters we mainly work with clients who seek therapy to address areas of their lives that are weighing them down - from a relationship breakdown, to a toxic workplace, to anxiety, to depression, to low self-worth. Psychologists can help encourage positive changes through support, psycho-education, developing healthy coping strategies, changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. At Mind Matters psychology we are focused on providing the highest level of service to our clients, from the first email/call and throughout all your visits within in our purpose build terrace.
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Nicky L Golan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Woollahra, NSW 2025 (Online Only)
My clients seek my services for many reasons. Their individual circumstances or concerns vary but ultimately they express a want for their lived experiences to be different. They may want to shift their relationship with themselves, or with others or they may want the time, space and trusting therapeutic relationship to authentically show up and be vulnerable and develop aspects of themselves or identify goals or different ways of being. Often the reasons individuals seek support may not be instantly clear. They may have an identified goal or a few and then as the therapeutic relationship develops, so does their own unique process.
My clients seek my services for many reasons. Their individual circumstances or concerns vary but ultimately they express a want for their lived experiences to be different. They may want to shift their relationship with themselves, or with others or they may want the time, space and trusting therapeutic relationship to authentically show up and be vulnerable and develop aspects of themselves or identify goals or different ways of being. Often the reasons individuals seek support may not be instantly clear. They may have an identified goal or a few and then as the therapeutic relationship develops, so does their own unique process.
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I work with individuals, first responders and couples with the help of my Animal Assistant Therapy dog, Max. We would love to help you live better in your life. Are you tired of feeling misunderstood and having conflict? Are you depressed, anxious and stressed by trauma and/or substance issues? Possibly drinking a bit too much? Or perhaps you are not sleeping because of nightmares or overthinking? Or you've been in therapy for long standing issues (eg childhood trauma) and progress is still not being made? Perhaps you have recently suffered a loss or going through a major life transition or chronic illness?
I work with individuals, first responders and couples with the help of my Animal Assistant Therapy dog, Max. We would love to help you live better in your life. Are you tired of feeling misunderstood and having conflict? Are you depressed, anxious and stressed by trauma and/or substance issues? Possibly drinking a bit too much? Or perhaps you are not sleeping because of nightmares or overthinking? Or you've been in therapy for long standing issues (eg childhood trauma) and progress is still not being made? Perhaps you have recently suffered a loss or going through a major life transition or chronic illness?
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Clinical Psychology & Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Woollahra, NSW 2025
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
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We will work together on what is most important to you. Many clients are embarking on their recovery journey and are seeking relief from very acute addictive behaviours. Others are seeking longer-term psychotherapy to heal the wounds underlying those addictions. Others still, are seeking just a few sessions for specific challenges, such as a relationship break-up, bouts of anxiety or depression, or because they feel stuck in some way. And often, people don’t really know what they want and need yet, and that’s ok too. Whatever you bring, you are welcome here. Please have a look at my website for food addiction recovery group work.
We will work together on what is most important to you. Many clients are embarking on their recovery journey and are seeking relief from very acute addictive behaviours. Others are seeking longer-term psychotherapy to heal the wounds underlying those addictions. Others still, are seeking just a few sessions for specific challenges, such as a relationship break-up, bouts of anxiety or depression, or because they feel stuck in some way. And often, people don’t really know what they want and need yet, and that’s ok too. Whatever you bring, you are welcome here. Please have a look at my website for food addiction recovery group work.
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I am an experienced clinical psychologist, with a particular interest in working with clients who have difficulties regulating their emotions (anxiety, mood, shame, anger), have interpersonal or relationship difficulties, or personality issues. I find that these people are often misunderstood by others, which leads to them misunderstanding themselves and the origin of their difficulties.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist, with a particular interest in working with clients who have difficulties regulating their emotions (anxiety, mood, shame, anger), have interpersonal or relationship difficulties, or personality issues. I find that these people are often misunderstood by others, which leads to them misunderstanding themselves and the origin of their difficulties.
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Are you troubled by vivid flashbacks or memories of a trauma? Having nightmares? Continuously reminded of trauma by things in the environment? Angry? On edge? Constantly on the lookout for bad things to happen? Are you regularly avoiding everyday things due to fear and worry? On high alert for danger? Feeling overwhelmed by activities or situations? Feeling stuck about how to move forward? Not living the life you want to lead?
Are you troubled by vivid flashbacks or memories of a trauma? Having nightmares? Continuously reminded of trauma by things in the environment? Angry? On edge? Constantly on the lookout for bad things to happen? Are you regularly avoiding everyday things due to fear and worry? On high alert for danger? Feeling overwhelmed by activities or situations? Feeling stuck about how to move forward? Not living the life you want to lead?
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I empathize with the distress that you may be experiencing and I know that life can get overwhelming at times. I have a deep understanding of the interconnectedness between mind, body, and spirit and I approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing the importance of addressing emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing. I am driven by a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of this human experience, by providing a safe and nurturing environment for you to explore your innermost thoughts, feelings, and patterns.
I empathize with the distress that you may be experiencing and I know that life can get overwhelming at times. I have a deep understanding of the interconnectedness between mind, body, and spirit and I approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing the importance of addressing emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing. I am driven by a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of this human experience, by providing a safe and nurturing environment for you to explore your innermost thoughts, feelings, and patterns.
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I am a multicultural Psychotherapist, Approved Victim Services Counsellor NSW/ACT & International Program Educator with over two decades of global experience working with a diverse group of people from all backgrounds and identities. When you come to see me, my goal is to listen to you with compassion, without any judgment, and provide you with practical advice and effective tools that can help you cope and heal.
I am passionate about healing past traumas and discovering possibilities for change. I offer a supportive environment where clients can find solutions to life's many complex problems.
I am a multicultural Psychotherapist, Approved Victim Services Counsellor NSW/ACT & International Program Educator with over two decades of global experience working with a diverse group of people from all backgrounds and identities. When you come to see me, my goal is to listen to you with compassion, without any judgment, and provide you with practical advice and effective tools that can help you cope and heal.
I am passionate about healing past traumas and discovering possibilities for change. I offer a supportive environment where clients can find solutions to life's many complex problems.
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“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”. Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.
“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”. Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.
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Bespoke, Supportive and Integrative: At Megan Drummond Psychotherapy, we provide top-tier, research-backed therapy to guide you on a nurturing, evidence-based journey toward healing and growth. Our approach empowers you with practical tools for personal transformation, resilience, and lasting positive change.
Bespoke, Supportive and Integrative: At Megan Drummond Psychotherapy, we provide top-tier, research-backed therapy to guide you on a nurturing, evidence-based journey toward healing and growth. Our approach empowers you with practical tools for personal transformation, resilience, and lasting positive change.
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Book online or by contacting reception. I'm deeply passionate in my work and in connecting with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Book online or by contacting reception. I'm deeply passionate in my work and in connecting with people of all ages and backgrounds.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.