Therapy and Counselling on the Northern Beaches

Northers Beaches Psychologists – for Your Mental Health

The Northern Beaches offers a lifestyle many dream of with the golden shores, friendly communities, and unbeatable coastal vibes. Freshwater, with its laid-back surf culture, or Brookvale, buzzing with creative energy, make this corner of Sydney feel like a world of its own. But even in this beautiful setting, life’s challenges don’t take a holiday.

Stress, anxiety, or emotional struggles don’t discriminate based on postcode.

That’s why having the right support matters, no matter how idyllic your surroundings may be. Therapy at Personal Psychology here isn’t about fixing what’s “broken.” It’s about having a trusted space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. Just like the ebb and flow of the ocean, healing isn’t linear, but it’s always possible. And in a place that values wellbeing as much as the Northern Beaches does, taking care of your mental health is just another part of living fully.

Living on the Northern Beaches

The Beaches lifestyle isn’t just where we work, it’s where we live too. If you’re coming straight from the break at Freshwater or passing through Brookvale between errands, don’t worry about being too “session-ready”.

Whether you’re in board shorts or business casual, whether you want to unpack heavy thoughts or just need a compassionate ear after a tough week, you’ll find warmth and understanding here. Come as you are, business suit or sandy feet and salty hair, we are here for you.

Psychology Services for the Northern Beaches

Therapy for All Challenges

People on the Beches often seek support for all kinds of mental health challenges, including:

Anxiety and Stress can come any time, and balancing work, family, and personal time can be tricky. We will work with you to understand where your stress and anxiety is is coming from, and how to manage it better.
Depression can weight us down and take the joy out of everything. If you have been feeling down and blue, or lost interest in activities you once enjoyed, there is a chance you would need some support for your mood. Let’s work in it together!
Relationship Problems affect not just couples, but families too. We can help to navigate conflict, improve communication, and rebuild trust.
Trauma Recovery healing after big, traumatic experiences is possible, and our trauma-informed and trama-focused therapy can guide you through the process while feeling safe.
Personal Growth if you aren’t sure why some things are stuck, why you are making the same decisions, or just want to understand yourself and your past better, our personalised approach can help you to grow.

Counselling by Psychologists in Freshwater, Brookvale, and Northern Beaches

Individual Therapy

If you are are around Freshwater and Brookvale, let us help you with our personalised, one-on-one therapy with our psychologists to build confidence and tackle your concerns. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, stress, or personal growth, our individual counselling sessions is a safe space for you to explore and heal.

Child Psychologist on the Northern Beaches

Child psychology is a tricky area, and often hard to find a psychologist who can give you the map of “what’s really going on”. Work with our expert child psychologists to support your teens’s mental and emotional well-being. They can often feel anxious, depressed, showing behavioural challenges, experiencing school-related stress, or stuck with their emotions. Our child counselling sessions provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child to grow and thrive.

Couples Therapy

Relationships can be both deeply rewarding and wonderfully challenging. When communication breaks down, or trust feels shaky, it’s easy to feel stuck. In couples therapy, we create a safe space for you, so you and your partner can slow down, listen to each other, and rediscover what brought you together in the first place. Love isn’t about perfection, it’s about growing together.

Family Therapy

Family dynamics can be tricky, especially with teenagers in teh household. Family therapy is great option for families who face changes or challenges, helping you to build more loving, more functional relationships.

Trauma Therapy

Recovering from trauma takes trust, time, and support. We use well researched methods, like Schema Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), to help you manage PTSD, anxiety, and depression, guiding you towards peace, resilience, and hope.

Effective and Proven Counselling Methods

Our team, being researchers at heart, uses trusted and well-researched therapeutic methods, tailored to your needs, to help you.

Easy access for the Northern Beaches

Our Northern Beaches clinic is conveniently located close to the Warringah Mall, with plenty of free parking, and public transport options.

Working with a Northern Beaches Psychologist

You’ll be working with warm, experienced psychologists who genuinely care about supporting you, creating personalised plan for your unique situation. Every session is tailored to you, because your story, your struggles, and your strengths all matter.

This is your space, a place where you can feel safe, heard, and unpack what’s on your mind without judgment. Confidentiality isn’t just a policy for us; it’s the foundation of trust. You don’t have to carry those heavy and complicated feeligns alone. We’re here to listen and help you find your way forward.

Begin Your Journey to Wellbeing Today

Taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our collaborative approach ensures you receive the support you need to live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Let us help you start your path to better mental health.

Book Your Appointment Today

Contact our Freshwater, Brookvale, Curl Curl, Queenscliff team to learn more or schedule your session. We’re here to welcome you and support your journey towards mental wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What therapy options are available at your Northern Beaches clinic?

Our psychologists draw from proven approaches like CBT, DBT, EFT, and ABFT, adapting their methods to suit what you need most. Not sure where to start? That’s okay, your first session is an assessment, to understand what you’re looking for and match you with the approach that feels right for you. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is your journey.

Is Medicare Rebate and private health rebates available?

Yes! Our psychologists are registered with Medicare, which means you can claim rebates for up to 10 sessions per year if you have a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP or psychiatrist. Also, private health insurance often cover psychology services, so check with your provider to confirm your coverage details.

What areas do you cover on the Northern Beaches

Our office is located between Brookvale and Freshwater, so most of our clients come from Freshwater, Brookvale, Curl Curl, and Freshwater, Brookvale, Curl Curl, Queenscliff, Allambie Heights, and Narraweena. Given the easy access to our office and free parking, we are happy to help you from all the Northern Beaches.

What if I’m not sure if therapy is for me?

It makes perfect sense to have some hesitation. After all, therapy is deeply personal, and stepping into that space can feel vulnerable. Many people come in with the same uncertainty, and that’s okay.

Think of your first session as a low-key conversation, not a test or a commitment. You can share as much or as little as feels comfortable, we’ll answer any questions you have, and together, you can get a sense of whether it feels like the right fit. There’s no rush, you can decide what works for you, and we’ll move at the pace that suits you.

Is therapy confidential at all?

Yes, your privacy is always protected. Everything you tell us is kept confidential (except in situations required by law). Your psychologist will explain confidentiality in more detail during your first session. Long story short, we don’t talk to anyone about you.

How do I schedule my first session?

Scheduling your first appointment is simple, jump on our booking page (press the big button on the bottom of this page). Once you find a time that works for you, just book it. However, if you have any questions before you book, drop us an email, or chat with us. Questions are good!

Can i get online therapy?

Yes, sometimes it’s hard for you to come in, and we get it. If visiting us on the Northern Beaches isn’t convenient for you, or travelling for the time being, we offer online sessions. It’s a video call, so you will feel just like sittign down with your psychologist.

Northern Beaches – our psycholoigsts got you covered

In addition to our Northern Beaches psychology clinic, we also offer counselling services in North Sydney, to make sure our community have access to the support they need.

Start your journey to better mental health with the trusted Psychologist Northern Beaches team. We’re here to help you build a healthier, happier life.