Family Systems Counselling in Woonona, NSW
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Rani Kocyan, Couples and individual therapist
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Woonona, NSW 2517
The modalities Rani uses to guide her counselling includes - Family Systems Therapy, Bowen, ACT, Attachment, EFT, Gottman, as well as Trauma, Somatic, IFS Part work, Polly vagal and Nervous system informed.
Rani is an experienced registered Counsellor, specialising in "all things relationships" How to resolve conflict respectfully, develop emotional connection, work with affairs, repair, sex, forgiveness, express needs, manage relationship breakup and importantly how to cultivate a healthy relationship with your Self. Rani is a Family therapist, has a BSc-Psychology with over a decade experience working with couples, individuals adolescents and their families. Rani strives to foster a safe environment through trust, respect and collaboration. In couples counselling, she works from a compassionate space, where she doesn’t take sides.
The modalities Rani uses to guide her counselling includes - Family Systems Therapy, Bowen, ACT, Attachment, EFT, Gottman, as well as Trauma, Somatic, IFS Part work, Polly vagal and Nervous system informed.
Rani is an experienced registered Counsellor, specialising in "all things relationships" How to resolve conflict respectfully, develop emotional connection, work with affairs, repair, sex, forgiveness, express needs, manage relationship breakup and importantly how to cultivate a healthy relationship with your Self. Rani is a Family therapist, has a BSc-Psychology with over a decade experience working with couples, individuals adolescents and their families. Rani strives to foster a safe environment through trust, respect and collaboration. In couples counselling, she works from a compassionate space, where she doesn’t take sides.
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Inner Calm Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woonona, NSW 2517
We are a group of skilled Clinical Psychologists that specialise in a wide range of mental health challenges. We assess and tailor effective treatment for mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, attachment issues, difficulties with relationships, self-esteem issues, body dysmorphia, and parenting challenges. We love to work and forge a relationship of trust and collaboration on this journey inwards, it can confronting to look at our shadows but the reward of letting them drop away can be life changing. We really hope you reach out to us and start your journey.
We are a group of skilled Clinical Psychologists that specialise in a wide range of mental health challenges. We assess and tailor effective treatment for mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, attachment issues, difficulties with relationships, self-esteem issues, body dysmorphia, and parenting challenges. We love to work and forge a relationship of trust and collaboration on this journey inwards, it can confronting to look at our shadows but the reward of letting them drop away can be life changing. We really hope you reach out to us and start your journey.
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The goal at Silva Counselling is to see clients achieve a healthier and wholesome way of life, encompassing their emotional, mental, physical and relational worlds. Collaboratively, we work to identify and learn what has you or your relationship stuck. We explore the roadblocks and ways to move past them. Silva Counselling is passionate in seeing individuals and couples thrive in every way. The outcomes achieved are a testament to the commitment and resilience within individuals and couples. This is certainly not an overnight achievement but with diligence and dedication, change and growth is possible.
The goal at Silva Counselling is to see clients achieve a healthier and wholesome way of life, encompassing their emotional, mental, physical and relational worlds. Collaboratively, we work to identify and learn what has you or your relationship stuck. We explore the roadblocks and ways to move past them. Silva Counselling is passionate in seeing individuals and couples thrive in every way. The outcomes achieved are a testament to the commitment and resilience within individuals and couples. This is certainly not an overnight achievement but with diligence and dedication, change and growth is possible.
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Mathew Aquilina
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Woonona, NSW 2517
I am a registered psychologist and board-approved clinical supervisor. A decade of experience in the psychology field has seen me undertake a variety of work including: child and adolescent therapy; parenting support; group facilitation; university student counselling; adult therapy; clinical supervision; and service management. I practice from an attachment-based and relational framework and am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Schema Therapy; Psychodynamic therapy; the Circle of Security protocol; and the 'Becoming Us' Perinatal Mental Health Facilitator Training.
I am a registered psychologist and board-approved clinical supervisor. A decade of experience in the psychology field has seen me undertake a variety of work including: child and adolescent therapy; parenting support; group facilitation; university student counselling; adult therapy; clinical supervision; and service management. I practice from an attachment-based and relational framework and am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Schema Therapy; Psychodynamic therapy; the Circle of Security protocol; and the 'Becoming Us' Perinatal Mental Health Facilitator Training.
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Reaching out and connecting can be difficult, and knowing that caring support is available when you're ready to start your journey towards increased emotional health and wholeness can make all the difference. I aim to provide a safe, supportive counselling environment where you feel heard, respected and valued. Whether you're hoping to work through painful emotions or memories; significant fears, worries and anxiety; reductions in energy and motivation, negative thought patterns; significant loss; relationship difficulties; or if your goals are focused around personal development, we can work together to find a way forward.
Reaching out and connecting can be difficult, and knowing that caring support is available when you're ready to start your journey towards increased emotional health and wholeness can make all the difference. I aim to provide a safe, supportive counselling environment where you feel heard, respected and valued. Whether you're hoping to work through painful emotions or memories; significant fears, worries and anxiety; reductions in energy and motivation, negative thought patterns; significant loss; relationship difficulties; or if your goals are focused around personal development, we can work together to find a way forward.
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I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for children, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of children and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for children, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of children and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
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Are you experiencing difficulty in life at the moment? I help clients address problems in a positive way by helping to clarify the issues, increase self-awareness, empower, explore options and develop strategies . As an experienced and Registered Counsellor, I provide a safe place to be heard and feel valued. I help clients question things which can help them understand why they occur at a deeper level, and provide practical tools so they feel inspired to create the change they're looking for.
Are you experiencing difficulty in life at the moment? I help clients address problems in a positive way by helping to clarify the issues, increase self-awareness, empower, explore options and develop strategies . As an experienced and Registered Counsellor, I provide a safe place to be heard and feel valued. I help clients question things which can help them understand why they occur at a deeper level, and provide practical tools so they feel inspired to create the change they're looking for.
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Ahmed Tohamy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Balgownie, NSW 2519
I have a special interest in working with parents to understand family emotional processes that maintain mental health struggles in children and adolescents using Bowen Family Systems Theory.
I work with these areas of struggle: • Parenting struggles and child and adolescent mental health (including school related issues) • Early intervention for children and adolescents • Trauma, including complex trauma • Anxiety and related disorders • Navigating young adulthood and other life transitions • Depression • Obsessive compulsive and related disorders • Emotional difficulties and personality disorders • Relationship problems
I have a special interest in working with parents to understand family emotional processes that maintain mental health struggles in children and adolescents using Bowen Family Systems Theory.
I work with these areas of struggle: • Parenting struggles and child and adolescent mental health (including school related issues) • Early intervention for children and adolescents • Trauma, including complex trauma • Anxiety and related disorders • Navigating young adulthood and other life transitions • Depression • Obsessive compulsive and related disorders • Emotional difficulties and personality disorders • Relationship problems
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At the heart of my approach is a firm belief in an individual’s capacity for growth. I don’t use one particular therapy pathway; my method honours individuality, using a range of strategies for the best outcomes for you personally. Increasing self awareness is our biggest opportunity to grow. Most often, when we’re experiencing something challenging, the key piece of the puzzle is understanding why we’re feeling what we’re feeling, why we’re doing what we’re doing, and why we’re experiencing what we’re experiencing. This helps us change unhelpful cycles & behaviours. My approach is effective for a range of life’s challenges.
At the heart of my approach is a firm belief in an individual’s capacity for growth. I don’t use one particular therapy pathway; my method honours individuality, using a range of strategies for the best outcomes for you personally. Increasing self awareness is our biggest opportunity to grow. Most often, when we’re experiencing something challenging, the key piece of the puzzle is understanding why we’re feeling what we’re feeling, why we’re doing what we’re doing, and why we’re experiencing what we’re experiencing. This helps us change unhelpful cycles & behaviours. My approach is effective for a range of life’s challenges.
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Thrive Holistic Therapies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Mount Kembla, NSW 2526
Are you at a crossroads in your career or emotional life? Do you want to change your negative patterns or habits permanently? Ready for deep healing of old hurts or letting go of past issues? I not only provide a safe space for you to uncover and heal but also can help you release any physical, mental and spiritual blocks in your life through counselling, trauma recovery, hypnotherapy and reiki. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive, let me support you in taking your power back and transforming your life.
Are you at a crossroads in your career or emotional life? Do you want to change your negative patterns or habits permanently? Ready for deep healing of old hurts or letting go of past issues? I not only provide a safe space for you to uncover and heal but also can help you release any physical, mental and spiritual blocks in your life through counselling, trauma recovery, hypnotherapy and reiki. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive, let me support you in taking your power back and transforming your life.
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Paul Thompson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from low mood and energy, restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and more. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from low mood and energy, restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and more. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
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I'm a clinical psychologist with particular interest in eating disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, body image concerns, poor relationship with weight/food), trauma (including complex trauma and attachment/relational difficulties), and perinatal/post natal difficulties.
I'm a clinical psychologist with particular interest in eating disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, body image concerns, poor relationship with weight/food), trauma (including complex trauma and attachment/relational difficulties), and perinatal/post natal difficulties.
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Jacs Powell
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wollongong, NSW 2500 (Online Only)
I hold an empathic and safe space for you to make sense of transitional life stages including young adulthood, parenthood, retirement, separation and grief. These rites of passage can feel overwhelming, exhausting, burdensome and uncertain. It can be a lonely time, but it does not have to be. Sessions with me are a time to pause, connect and unpack what you are carrying through the lens of an intergenerational, developmental, attachment-theory, trauma informed and interpersonal neurobiological process. I work in depth and relationally with clients who want to experience impactful and meaningful connection, support and healing.
I hold an empathic and safe space for you to make sense of transitional life stages including young adulthood, parenthood, retirement, separation and grief. These rites of passage can feel overwhelming, exhausting, burdensome and uncertain. It can be a lonely time, but it does not have to be. Sessions with me are a time to pause, connect and unpack what you are carrying through the lens of an intergenerational, developmental, attachment-theory, trauma informed and interpersonal neurobiological process. I work in depth and relationally with clients who want to experience impactful and meaningful connection, support and healing.
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Dr Sophie Russell
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Sophie, I aim to offer a warm and supportive therapeutic space so we can engage in individualised psychotherapy. I am a clinically trained psychologist with 7 years of therapy experience, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I hope to create a welcoming therapy space, to work with whatever difficulties you are experiencing. I have a special interest in working with people experiencing anxiety and distress related to past trauma/difficult experiences. I also find psychotherapy for self/identity exploration and diverse genders and sexuality (LGBTQI+) really rewarding.
Hi, I'm Sophie, I aim to offer a warm and supportive therapeutic space so we can engage in individualised psychotherapy. I am a clinically trained psychologist with 7 years of therapy experience, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I hope to create a welcoming therapy space, to work with whatever difficulties you are experiencing. I have a special interest in working with people experiencing anxiety and distress related to past trauma/difficult experiences. I also find psychotherapy for self/identity exploration and diverse genders and sexuality (LGBTQI+) really rewarding.
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Alissa McAlpine
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Waitlist for new clients
I work exclusively with adolescents and young adults seeking medium/longer-term psychotherapy. Working consistently over time allows us to create a safe space to openly explore who they are, why they feel the way they feel (and do what they do) to pinpoint what they truly need to thrive; and I'll be there for support and guidance as this self-knowledge translates into meaningful real-world choices. My style is conversational, collaborative and down-to-earth - we are in it together and our sessions are real, present and genuine time together.
I work exclusively with adolescents and young adults seeking medium/longer-term psychotherapy. Working consistently over time allows us to create a safe space to openly explore who they are, why they feel the way they feel (and do what they do) to pinpoint what they truly need to thrive; and I'll be there for support and guidance as this self-knowledge translates into meaningful real-world choices. My style is conversational, collaborative and down-to-earth - we are in it together and our sessions are real, present and genuine time together.
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Scott O'Loughlin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Waitlist for new clients
Scott is a Clinical Psychologist who creates a warm, friendly, and supportive environment where his clients can feel comfortable and understood. Your story matters - and being aware of that, Scott provides a safe and non-judgemental space to share that story. He works with people of all ages and backgrounds, and is especially passionate about early intervention with young people and those new to therapy. He has a wealth of experience in research and practice, and he uses evidence-based approaches to help his clients overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.
Scott is a Clinical Psychologist who creates a warm, friendly, and supportive environment where his clients can feel comfortable and understood. Your story matters - and being aware of that, Scott provides a safe and non-judgemental space to share that story. He works with people of all ages and backgrounds, and is especially passionate about early intervention with young people and those new to therapy. He has a wealth of experience in research and practice, and he uses evidence-based approaches to help his clients overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.
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Shannon Moylan - Wonder Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wollongong, NSW 2500 (Online Only)
If you're dealing with relationship issues, narcissistic abuse or associated trauma, I can help. Has your relationship been feeling like a game but you didn't get a copy of the rulebook? Or has it been like a rollercoaster ride? Are you trying to decide if you should stay or leave but don't know where to draw the line? Perhaps you're fresh out of a break up and need support, or maybe you need clarity to prevent you from returning to a situation which was bad for you? It's not easy to be in any of these situations, especially while you're trying to manage all other aspects of your life. The right support can be invaluable.
If you're dealing with relationship issues, narcissistic abuse or associated trauma, I can help. Has your relationship been feeling like a game but you didn't get a copy of the rulebook? Or has it been like a rollercoaster ride? Are you trying to decide if you should stay or leave but don't know where to draw the line? Perhaps you're fresh out of a break up and need support, or maybe you need clarity to prevent you from returning to a situation which was bad for you? It's not easy to be in any of these situations, especially while you're trying to manage all other aspects of your life. The right support can be invaluable.
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There's Always Hope Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kembla Grange, NSW 2526 (Online Only)
Sometimes life is hard. We look around and think 'how did I become this person?' Or even have us questioning who we are. During these times it can be helpful to seek some clarity from someone without bias or judgment. As a trauma-informed counsellor, I am passionate about helping people face the challenges life brings & doing all I can to equip them to overcome whatever it is they may be going through. We are not meant to struggle through alone.
Sometimes life is hard. We look around and think 'how did I become this person?' Or even have us questioning who we are. During these times it can be helpful to seek some clarity from someone without bias or judgment. As a trauma-informed counsellor, I am passionate about helping people face the challenges life brings & doing all I can to equip them to overcome whatever it is they may be going through. We are not meant to struggle through alone.
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Are you a determined, smart, driven and creative adult or teenager? Do you try hard but things that used to work don’t seem to be working anymore? Are you experiencing any of the following? : – Anxiety – Childhood Trauma – Guilt – Depression – Abuse – Shame – Conflict – Lack of Direction – Unmet Needs – Addictions – Bullying – Peer Pressure – Communication Barriers – Emotional Pain
Are you a determined, smart, driven and creative adult or teenager? Do you try hard but things that used to work don’t seem to be working anymore? Are you experiencing any of the following? : – Anxiety – Childhood Trauma – Guilt – Depression – Abuse – Shame – Conflict – Lack of Direction – Unmet Needs – Addictions – Bullying – Peer Pressure – Communication Barriers – Emotional Pain
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As a dedicated psychotherapist and behavioural specialist, I bring over 15 years of experience to my practice. My expertise is working with children, adolescents and adults grappling with complex trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges. My passion lies in offering holistic support to individuals navigating the intricate landscape of improving and maintaining mental wellbeing.
As a dedicated psychotherapist and behavioural specialist, I bring over 15 years of experience to my practice. My expertise is working with children, adolescents and adults grappling with complex trauma, anxiety, and behavioural challenges. My passion lies in offering holistic support to individuals navigating the intricate landscape of improving and maintaining mental wellbeing.
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Family Systems Counsellors
Family Systems therapists view problems within the family as the result not of particular members' behaviors, but of the family's group dynamic. The family is seen as a complex system having its own language, roles, rules, beliefs, needs and patterns. The therapist helps each individual member understand how their childhood family operated, their role in that system, and how that experience has shaped their role in the current family.