Sydney Inner City Counsellor , Counsellors in Sydney Inner City

Xanthe Katsouras

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Are you ready to change? Asking for help is the courageous first step towards a new way of doing things, stepping out of the box of familiarity, to bravely go where you have never gone before. It is not comfortable, yet it is the movement that allows for a richer, more fulfilling life.

Michelle Lam

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Elizabeth Bay NSW

In Person + Telehealth

My goal is to guide and support you through the challenges that you currently face so you can be more at ease with emotions that previously distressed or scared you, let go of self-limiting beliefs or behaviours, have more choice and make decisions with clarity and ultimately access increased energy so that you can have the relationships you want.

Natasha Lawrence

Counsellor

Annandale NSW

In Person + Telehealth

My interest and passion for counselling started with my own therapy so I understand first hand how hard it is to open up to someone and share your worries and fears. My focus is on keeping you grounded and safe. Having enjoyed a diverse career from teaching to the corporate sector, I have seen how the pressures of life can effect us.

Leif Lawson

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Balmain NSW, Greenwich NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I offer a warm and empathetic space within which you can safely share what is on your mind and work through the challenges you are facing. I take a holistic approach to counselling, and believe that trust between a client and therapist is the cornerstone of effective counselling.

Leeanne Lightfoot

Social Worker AMHSW, Counsellor

Newtown NSW

In Person + Telehealth

A strengths-based perspective underpins my work with clients. I am committed to providing a space that is supportive and non-judgemental so that individuals and couples may explore the issues that are present in their lives. It is useful for individuals to identify their strengths in order to build resilience.

Joanna Luke

Counsellor, Psychotherapist

Sydney NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

I’m an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist and my approach is person-centred, compassionate and non-pathologising. I offer online therapy weekdays and draw from a variety of different models to tailor therapy to suit your individual needs.

Clara Luxford

Psychotherapist, Existential Psychotherapist

Darlinghurst NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I see psychotherapy as a collaborative journey of self discovery that can lead to a more engaged and meaningful life. As we are all unique beings, each of us will do this differently. My privilege as a therapist is to offer you support on this exciting and unique journey, in a caring and non judgemental environment.

Gaye Mallinson

Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor

Melbourne VIC, Sydney NSW, Brisbane QLD

Online Therapy Australia-wide

At Somatic Psychotherapies, I offer Counselling, Clinical Supervision & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to all ages of Individuals, Couples & Families. Availability on Weekday & Weekends. Online via Telehealth (Videolink or Phone) across Australia, New Zealand, Ireland & UK. I look forward to getting to know you & supporting your therapy journey soon.

Clare Manns

Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist

Sydney CBD NSW

In Person + Telehealth

As a clinical psychologist, I help people with mental health, emotional, life, and relationship challenges. My goal is to guide you towards understanding what's holding you back and help you make changes for a happier life.

Carol Marando

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Sydney CBD NSW, Erina NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I was self-employed in an arts-based career before deciding to change direction at the age of 50. My own psychotherapy had already profoundly changed my life and I couldn't think of a more important or meaningful occupation to pursue. Personal growth is both anxiety arousing and exciting; it is also necessary for our mental health.

Jacqueline McDiarmid

Relationship Therapist, Family Therapist

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I have over 25 years experience working as a Couple and Family Therapist with a practice in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, Inner West and Sydney CBD. I am a specialist counsellor for relationship or marriage issues, in blended families, step families and of course separated families.

Brad McLean

Psychotherapist, Relationship Therapist

Potts Point NSW

In Person + Telehealth

My training is in relational psychotherapy which allows me to work flexibly either problem solving a specific issue or more deeply depending on your needs. Working with couples, I use an integration of the Gottman Method (evidence-based, practical and highly effective) and psychoanalytic couples therapy for working at depth.

Adam McLean

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

The clients I see are men with varied concerns, needs and experiences, including those who struggle with relationships, intimacy, work-life balance, communication, sexual identity and more. I predominantly work with Men who identify as ‘gay, queer, straight, bisexual and non-binary’, have sex with other men and identify as straight.

Ernst Meyer

Somatic Psychotherapist

Sydney NSW, Baulkham Hills NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I support people who suffer from suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression and panic attacks.

Stephen Moore

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I provide counselling in Sydney that is personal and empathetic, confidential and professional. Seeing a counsellor can be a confronting thing to do but once you've found a good therapist - someone you feel comfortable with - therapy can be an effective and satisfying treatment for emotional and mental problems.

Gregory Poll

Clinical Psychotherapist, Gestalt Therapist

Potts Point NSW

In Person + Online Therapy

I am a qualified Gestalt and Somatic psychotherapist, as well as a clinical supervisor. I am specialising in working with people who have experienced early childhood developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Using a blend of modalities, I tap into personal awareness, freedom, and self-direction. My attention is...

Loredana Punal

Psychotherapist, Holistic Counsellor

Neutral Bay NSW, Surry Hills NSW, Sydney NSW

In Person + Online Therapy

I aim to tune into, and respond to, your particular needs and capacity as your journey unfolds. Weaving in attachment theory, trauma awareness, psychodynamic and somatic approaches, I offer a compassionate and empowering path to finding calm, peace and agency in your life.

Ash Rehn

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Surry Hills NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Medicare provider, counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in therapy and mental health care. I work with depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, alcohol and drug addiction, religious trauma, masculinity, sexuality & pornography use concerns, grief and relationship counselling. Queer, gay men, LGBTQ+ specialist. Ask for details.

Nicole Rikos

Counsellor, Somatic Psychotherapist

Erskineville NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Nicole is a specialist trauma counsellor and somatic psychotherapist. Her approach involves combining traditional talk therapies and somatic experiencing which is a body oriented approach to healing trauma and chronic stress conditions. She works with adults treating symptoms of chronic stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD and developmental trauma.

Amber Rules

Psychotherapist, Addictions Counsellor

Leichhardt NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I have extensive experience with addictions, and specialise in working with the family members of people who use drugs, alcohol, gambling, or have complex mental health needs. I provide a safe, non-judgemental place for you to ask questions, explore the reasons why addiction has become a part of your life, and make choices for positive change.

Jessica Ryan-Zeman

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Hi I'm Jess and I have been in private practice here in Sydney for 12 years. My background is in private hospitals and rehabs where I gained extensive experiences particularly in the area of addictions. I believe therapy can be a transformative experience and I love getting to be a part of it!

Matty Silver

Relationship Therapist, Sexologist

Surry Hills NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Sex therapy is a counselling experience where clients have identified their problem as a sexual one. Concerns for both men and women can be mismatched sex drives, lack of sexual enjoyment and intimacy. Other issues can be confusion about sexual orientation and other gender issues.

Tom Skotidas

Psychotherapist, Relationship Therapist

Concord NSW, Sydney NSW, St Leonards NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I help individuals, couples, and families overcome their mental health and relationship challenges, using evidence-bases psychotherapy. I'm a specialist in brief therapy models that generate significant improvement in my clients thoughts, emotions, and behaviours within 1-5 sessions.

Andrew Sloan

Psychotherapist, Coach

Darlinghurst NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

Blending psychotherapy & coaching, Andrew Sloan works with individuals, executives, founders & teams to unlock personal & professional potential.

Dominique Smajstr

Relationship Therapist, Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

Surry Hills NSW, Sydney NSW

In Person Consultations

Relational psychotherapy and counselling for individuals and couples seeking to explore emotional patterns, deepen relationships, and gain greater self-understanding

Jacqueline Stone

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Are you experiencing stress or anxiety? Maybe you don't feel at your best, not as in control as you'd like. Perhaps you've had tears, angry outbursts or panic or you feel numb. It's not uncommon and can be confusing, especially if your life seems good otherwise. As a therapist in the Sydney CBD, I'd like to help.

Alison Strasser

Psychotherapist, Existential Psychotherapist

Paddington NSW

In Person + Telehealth

As a young girl I was attracted to Existential philosophy because it spoke to my own questions about meaning, purpose, relationships, life, death and everything between. This is still true for myself and helps me in finding the right questions when I work with clients. Therapy is a shared journey with moments of sadness and joy.

Marina Suarez

Psychotherapist, Somatic Psychotherapist

Rozelle NSW

In Person Consultations

I approach our therapy work together with an attitude of respect, sensitivity and understanding. We all come to be who we are and deal with circumstances the way we do for a myriad of reasons. I offer you acceptance and a non-judgmental attitude.

Vass Tsiakalis

Psychologist, Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

Erskineville NSW, Surry Hills NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Vass works with individuals through psychology, short-term counseling, and longer-term psychotherapy. He provides therapeutic treatment for issues such as life dissatisfaction, negative thinking, anxiety, substance use, relationship difficulties, and others. He holds degrees in Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Lisa Tu

Counsellor, Psychotherapist

North Strathfield NSW, Sydney NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

I specialise in working with men aged 19-40, focusing on issues such as gambling, emotions, depression, relationships, loss of meaning and grief. I offer online appointments with after-hours appointments available to anyone in Australia.

Ronald Valencia

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Surry Hills NSW

In Person Consultations

I practice ISTDP for which I have received intensive training, including in Canada, UK, Norway, Sweden and NZ. I have trained in body-oriented psychotherapy, as well as family and narrative therapy. I also have professional training in philosophy and theology which broaden my vision of therapy.

Veronik Verkest

Somatic Psychotherapist

Balmain NSW, Birchgrove NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I am passionate about helping you to resolve the impact of trauma on the mind-body. Early life experiences greatly influence how we experience life today. Therapy gradually helps unshackle us from the past, so we are free to respond rather than re-act to life events and loved ones.

Yasmine Wahab

Counselling Psychologist

Glebe NSW

In Person Consultations

I encourage the exploration and expression of both one's thoughts and layers of feelings as I believe it is when we access both the wisdom of our heart and mind in tandem that we find healing and unfold ways to move forward. I work with couples and individuals (adolescents and adults).

Gidon Weinstein

Counsellor

Bellevue Hill NSW, Cenntennial Park NSW

In Person + Online Therapy

My goal is to empower young people to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and develop strategies for lasting well-being. I specialise in addiction, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, and parental separation for teenagers and young adults.

Alexandra Zorbas-Maiden

Psychologist, Counsellor

Surry Hills NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I provide psychological counselling to adolescents and adults. My therapeutic approach is based on your individual needs and circumstances. In each session, you are encouraged to talk about whatever is troubling you. I provide a comfortable, empathic, supportive and non-judgemental environment in which personal growth is always the aspiration.

Atia B.Tani

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Glebe NSW

In Person + Telehealth

As a therapist with varied professional and personal experience, I understand that we all have different needs, experiences, challenges and wounds. I strive to be fully present to you and to what you need to discuss and share. I offer to support you on your way to change - whatever that may be. The choice is yours.

Nigel Bailey

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Pyrmont NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

In both individual and couples counselling, I work with you at your pace; exploring your concerns, anxieties and responses in a constructive, confidential and non-judgemental partnership. Developing your awareness and building upon skills and strengths will enable a new and positive perspective, improving the quality of your life.

Caroline Ballard

Psychotherapist

Castle Hill NSW, Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Counselling for adults navigating anxiety, disconnection, or relationship challenges — supporting you to gain insight, communicate more clearly, and feel more connected.

Lisa Barrett

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Leichhardt NSW

In Person + Online Therapy

Internal Family Systems, IFS is the primary approach I use. This can support you address compulsive or unwanted behaviours, perfectionism, relationship challenges, unresolved grief & anger issues, intrusive recurring thoughts, lack of self worth, or even just move towards greater self understanding and acceptance.

Eleonor Berezovsky

Psychotherapist, Gestalt Therapist

Surry Hills NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I'm passionate about helping people to live fuller lives through a deep understanding of underlying causes of their suffering and difficulties in living. I aim to provide a safe therapeutic relationship where your traumas can be resolved and personal answers to your life challenges worked out.

August Black

Counsellor

Mascot NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

Hello, I'm August (he/they), a Neurodivergent Counsellor and proud member of the LGBTIQA+ community. I particularly like working with sensitive, creative and 2E neurodivergent people using Narrative Therapy, a type of counselling that is well-suited for people who have not found traditional cognitive behavioural approaches to be a good fit.

Will Bonney

Psychotherapist, Coach

Sydney NSW, Pennant Hills NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist, coach and clinical supervisor. I draw on narrative, existential and strengths-based approaches. My clients experience a grounded, attuned, insightful therapist to assist with change. I have a global world view and curious mindset that enable a pragmatic engagement with life's messiness.

Kerstin Buccoliero

Counsellor, Holistic Counsellor

Surry Hills NSW

In Person Consultations

Kerstin began her journey as a Physiotherapist in 1986 in her birth country, Germany. Over the many years of working with people, Kerstin gained a deep trust from her client's who began to talk in more depth about their daily life issues. Inspired by their trust, Kerstin decided to train as a counsellor as well.

Eros Candusso

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Life ever-evolving processes face us with challenges as well as opportunities. We choose to operate on either aspect according to past experiences that are still influencing us emotionally. Self-limiting inner conflicts undermine the expression of the authentic self, our understanding of the present and sabotage our future.

Valentina Cerutti

Counsellor

Leichhardt NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Hi, I am Valentina. I have always been interested in human nature and its psychology. Becoming a counsellor was, for me, a natural consequence of my life experience and of my professional journey. Prior to becoming a counsellor, I studied Philosophy and I worked for many years internationally in the field of Human Resources Management.

Carlyn Chen

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Woolloomooloo NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land. My therapeutic work is informed by my professional training and clinical experience, my previous work experience in urban and remote community development, social justice advocacy, creative arts, as well as my experience in culture, community and as a mother.

Anna Cohen

Clinical Psychologist

Balmain NSW, Double Bay NSW, Katoomba NSW

In Person + Telehealth

Dr Anna Cohen offers specialised psychological services to the general community and provides a range of services to children, adolescents, adults and families with a goal of increasing resiliencies. Anna values your views of your current experience, and draws from the research, to work with you collaboratively.

Merle Conyer

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Online NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

Supporting service providers, teams, organisations and communities dedicated to trauma recovery, healing and justice.

Von Coves

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Leichhardt NSW

In Person + Online Therapy

If you want to find out whether I can help you, you're welcome to try a free 15 minute consultation. Informed by somatic, narrative and psychodynamic psychotherapy. Please feel free to get in touch today.

Jessica Day

Counsellor

Mascot NSW

Online Therapy Australia-wide

I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to support you in uncovering and utilising your innate strengths and resources. I am committed to fostering a supportive and safe environment for my clients, ensuring they feel heard and valued throughout their therapeutic journey.

Ron Dowd

Psychotherapist, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist

Potts Point NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I help my clients investigate the experiences that unfold in the therapy room, in the service of greater awareness. I delve below the surface, questioning areas that have become blocked, to allow the client to creatively unfold to the next step. I use dreamwork and Depth Enquiry, a powerful modality for removing long-held blocks & trauma responses.

Megan Drummond

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Sydney NSW, Launceston TAS

Online Therapy Australia-wide

Megan Drummond, a psychotherapist and counsellor, offers Telehealth services across Australia. She provides individual and relationship counselling for a wide range of mental health challenges. Megan’s integrative, person-centred approach blends traditional psychotherapy with neuroscience insights, delivering compassionate, evidence-based support

Stefan Durlach

Psychotherapist, Counselling Psychologist

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

It seems that much of life has become very complex. Life confronts us with an ever increasing array of issues and challenges, both from the outside and from within ourselves. Sometimes we need support or simply the opportunity to talk things through with someone who is not involved in our everyday life.

Reed Everingham

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Sydney NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I like to connect with clients in an authentic and relational way. This creates a safe place for change, greater understanding, and self-acceptance. My approach to therapy and supervision is person-centred, gender-affirmative, and trauma-informed.

Eva Fera

Clinical Psychologist, Health Psychologist

Sydney CBD NSW

In Person Consultations

You do not need to have a problem to benefit from therapy. If you want to achieve more in love, work, study, sport and health I can help you to maximize your potential. I work with whatever you bring into therapy, I work with issues that are present today and help to eliminate them from your future.

Giulia Fiore

Counsellor, Coach

Sydney NSW

In Person + Telehealth

My name is Giulia Fiore and I am a certified counsellor and coach. Originally from Italy, I lived in four different countries and accumulated 7+ years of formal education. I am passionate about helping others achieve their goals and improve their mental health through my 1:1 counselling and coaching sessions, and my workshops.

Julie Fletcher

Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist

Annandale NSW

In Person Consultations

I believe that psychotherapy at its core is an openness to another human's experience. I see my role as providing a safe, empathic and compassionate space for clients to explore their issues and difficulties.

Lisa Frese

Somatic Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor

Wagstaffe NSW, Ultimo NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I approach my work as a body-oriented psychotherapist and counsellor from a holistic position that views people as emotional, physical, energetic, and spiritual beings. I assist clients in facing difficult issues and in transforming traumatic experiences to find a new understanding of themselves and more aliveness and self-acceptance.

Soraiya Gilmour

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Erskineville NSW

In Person + Telehealth

We thrive, we heal and we grow in relationship. The therapy partnership I offer is founded on wisdom of existential therapy, practice of mindfulness, and faith in change inspired by neuroscience. I will gently help you reconnect with your inner knowledge, open to new possibilities with an improved sense of self, and reclaim responsibility for life.

Jan Grant

Counsellor, Transactional Analyst

Glebe NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I offer individual counselling, supervision and couples counselling. I draw on two main methodologies which inform my practice. The first is transactional analysis, which provides a positive view of human nature and people's capacity to change. The second is Imago, a unique method of working with couples, devised by Harville Hendrix.

Michael Grunwald

Psychologist, Counsellor

Glebe NSW

In Person Consultations

Life is a constant work in progress - and sometimes we just need a little outside help. This may be to manage transitions, get things back on track after disruptions to life or find your way back out of a meaningless, anxious or conflicted situation. On the other hand, you might feel like your life has never been 'normal' and are seeking a new

Kate Hollingsworth

Counsellor, Social Worker AMHSW

Glebe NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I provide unconventional counselling for unconventional teens and young adults. I specialise in youth mental health, LGBTQI+ specific counselling; and childhood trauma. Helping you to claim space in society as your authentic self, without compromising who you are. My style is underpinned by curiosity, creativity and playfulness.

Riccardo Ingle

Relationship Therapist, Counsellor

Potts Point NSW

In Person + Telehealth

I seek to create a space for us to imagine a better you. I use the word 'imagine' because for me it evokes a sense of hope, creativity, and playfulness. The first steps to change come from imagining them. I believe anyone can create a better self for themselves and would love to work alongside you on that journey.

Adrian Jones

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Potts Point NSW

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I'm a PACFA registered psychotherapist based in Potts Point. I specialise in supporting adults in individual psychotherapy, and work with challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I also see adolescents and young people. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space, free from judgment, where you feel heard.