Dr Samira Sidhwani
Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor
Edgecliff, Sydney NSW 2027
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
I believe that the relationship between a therapist and their client is essential to breaking the cycle and encourage change when it comes to psychotherapy. It is vital that you feel at ease with your therapist. My sessions are pragmatic, warm and always focused on looking at the present and the future, even when working through events from the past. We will work together to set therapeutic goals, before collaborating on ways to achieve them.
Background
I have been a therapist for 17 years and a clinical supervisor with the Psychology Board for 5 years. have worked in a range of settings including outpatient hospital treatment, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, non-government organisations in mental health, sexual health clinics and various private practices throughout Sydney.
Services
Both short and long term individual psychotherapy for older adolescents (18+) and adults.
Quality Provision
Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology/Masters of Science from the University of Sydney in 2010. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Sydney in 2004. Continued professional development is mandatory to remain registered in Australia.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Doctorate of Clinical Psychology - 2010 - University of Sydney
- Masters of Science - 2010 - University of Sydney
- Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - 2004 - University of Sydney
- Psychology Board Approved Supervisor
Modalities
Animal Assisted Therapy - Attachment Theory - CBT - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Conversational Model - DBT - Dream Work - Internal Family Systems - Interpersonal - Mindfulness - Motivational Interviewing - Object Relations - Process Oriented - Psychoanalytic - Psychodynamic - Schema Therapy - Short-term Psychodynamic - Solution Oriented - Strengths-Based - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I utilise an eclectic approach of different therapy modalities. I draw on psychodynamic and relational psychoanalytic principles as well as Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I am collaborative and authentic in my style and always transparent with my clients.
Professional Associations
- Australian Clinical Psychology Association
Practice Locations
28/100 New South Head Rd
Edgecliff NSW 2027
Appointments
I work Tuesday- Thursday from 12-7pm. Some after hours appts are currently available.
Fees & Insurance
Medicare rebates of $145.25 per session apply for clients with an appropriate GP referral.
Payment Options
Credit card, direct debit or Cash.
Contact Samira
Please contact me for more information