Associated Counsellors & Psychologists Parramatta

Welcome to Associated Counsellors & Psychologists Parramatta, located at 85 George Street in Parramatta, Australia. As an establishment focused on health and well-being, we are a point of interest for those seeking professional counselling services.

At Associated Counsellors & Psychologists Parramatta, we understand the importance of making an informed choice when it comes to counselling. That's why we offer each caller a personalised service, taking the time to answer your important questions and helping you decide on the practitioner who is best suited to your needs.

Please note that on busier days, there may be a slight delay in our response. However, rest assured that we will call you back within 24 hours, offering you our full attention and assistance.

When you choose Associated Counsellors, you can feel confident that your therapist is professionally registered and bound by a code of professional ethics and conduct. Your well-being is our top priority.

Our Psychologist services at Parramatta start at $160, and Medicare rebates apply if you have a valid mental health care plan from your GP. We strive to provide prompt service and can often get you in to see someone in less than a week. In the event of longer wait times, we can suggest an online option or another location nearby.

It's important to note the difference between a psychologist, counsellor, and psychiatrist. A psychologist or counsellor has specialist training in human behavior and mental health, while a psychiatrist is a qualified medical doctor with further training in mental health and psychiatric illness. If you require medication management, you will need to see a psychiatrist. However, if you have general life issues or common mental health concerns like anxiety or depression, a counsellor or psychologist can be a good place to start.

Meet our therapist, Saria, a warm, authentic, and non-judgmental Registered Psychologist. She collaborates with her clients to identify the root cause of their difficulties, helping them develop the skills and awareness to manage complex emotions, experiences, and relationships. Saria provides practical strategies tailored to each individual, drawing on evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing.

Saria specializes in working with trauma, post-traumatic stress, anxiety and panic attacks, eating disorders and body image issues, substance use, perfectionism and procrastination, relationship and interpersonal problems, mood and emotion regulation difficulties, and challenges among the LGBTQ and BIPOC communities. With a Master of Clinical Psychology and an Honours Degree in Psychology from the UNSW in Sydney, Saria is well-equipped to support clients through life's challenges.

Another therapist we have is Chris, a Qualified Counsellor and Couples Therapist. With a background in Psychology, Counselling, and Applied Psychotherapy, Chris has experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups across various human issues. Whether it's relationship problems, depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, grief, or mental health problems, Chris is here to help. He is also experienced in working with corporate clients as an EAP counsellor and mediator, having previously worked in Human Resources Management.

Chris utilizes evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy, adapting his methodologies to suit each client's needs. His approach to counselling is open, caring, and non-judgmental, guided by his belief in the curiosity, creativity, and inherent strengths of his clients.

At Associated Counsellors & Psychologists Parramatta, we offer a range of counselling services to cater to your needs. Whether you're seeking marriage counselling, tailored counselling for personal mental health concerns, relationship counselling, support for depression and mood disorders, counselling for anxiety, or anger management counselling, our office in Parramatta is here to help.

Take the first step towards a brighter future. Contact Associated Counsellors & Psychologists Parramatta today to book an appointment and embark on a journey of healing and growth.