We’re a team of experienced and approachable mental health professionals who help people to live their lives well, in alignment with what truly matters to them, even when life isn’t going according to plan.
Natalie is the founder of Sydney City Psychology, has over 20 years experience and works with adolescents, adults and couples. In your sessions with Natalie you will learn about yourself, your emotions, your relationships, your strengths and challenges. Together you will explore what deeply matters to you which will guide your therapeutic journey. Natalie’s therapeutic approach is embedded in attachment theory, acknowledges the importance of early life experiences and is trauma informed, including from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), ADHD Coaching, mindfulness, EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), The Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT), and The Gottman Method.
Aspasia holds a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and Master of Science from the University of Sydney, and a Masters degree in forensic psychology from the University of Otago. She is also a Research Associate at the University of Sydney, with a research career of 15+ years. She works with adults and couples using a predominantly psychodynamic approach called ISTDP (Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), meaning that she focuses on underlying feelings, motivations, and life experiences that sit at the heart of people’s suffering and symptoms. She can also provide EMDR therapy.
Brittany completed her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at the University of Sydney. Brittany has experience working in private practice in addition to hospital and community mental health settings. Brittany primarily works with adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, disordered eating, complicated grief, complex trauma, problem gambling, and psychosis. Brittany also has an interest in health psychology and helping people cope with the demands of chronic illness.
Alan has over 30 years’ experience working as a psychologist with individuals and teams. Alan’s areas of interest and experience include sport & performance psychology, the psychology of bullying and workplace stress, working with elite athletes and veterans, alcohol and substance use, life stress events and personal development, workplace accident and disaster support, and PTSD. Alan is trauma-informed and can use EMDR therapy. With sportspeople, he works to address skill acquisition, behaviour change, motivation, confidence, emotional control, concentration, yips, choking, and overall performance.
Alexander completed his Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. He has a broad range of experience as a psychologist, including work in mental health assertive outreach, addiction, and the Australian Army. Alexander is skilled in a range of effective therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Meta-Cognitive Therapy (MCT), Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness.
Angel is a clinical psychologist. She holds a Master of Clinical Psychology from Australian Catholic University and a Master of Science in Psychoanalytic Developmental Psychology from the University of London. Angel has been a practising psychologist since 2008, across public, forensic and private settings. Her experience and interests include ADHD and Autism evaluation and treatment, perinatal mental health, complex trauma, and personality disorders. Angel uses the modalities of dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), attachment theory and psychodynamic psychotherapy in her practice. Angel also provides psychological testing and assessment for diagnostic and forensic purposes.
Carly completed her Master of Clinical Psychology at the Australian National University. Her interests and clinical experiences include working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficulties with work and study stress, depression, anxiety, body image, relationships and sexual health, LGBTQIA+ issues, ADHD, Autism, and other forms of neurodiversity. Her approach is holistic and compassion-focused. Carly utilises evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and EMDR.
Gaby has over 20 years’ experience in assessment and therapy with adults, adolescents, children and their families, and can provide support in English and Spanish / Español. She is experienced in supporting people to address relationship difficulties, sexual problems, addictions, ADHD, depression and anxiety, phobias, trauma and complex trauma, and social skills challenges. She uses CBT, attachment-based family systems, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprograming (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), ADHD coaching, parenting supports and coaching, and skills training approaches. Gaby is a qualified facilitator of a range of parenting groups, including in foster care contexts. Her family and parenting work includes support for school refusal, risk taking, oppositional and challenging behaviours, relationship and conflict management, substance use, intellectual difficulties, neurodiversity support, sleep concerns, and parenting more generally.
Veena completed her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at Massey University in New Zealand. Veena has worked in Australia and New Zealand and has experience in private practice and community mental health settings. Veena works primarily with adults 18-65 years. Her experience and areas of interest include anxiety, depression, PTSD and complex trauma, perfectionism, disordered eating, body image concerns, stress and burnout, adjustment to life changes, grief and loss.
Mikaela holds a Master of Clinical Psychology from the University of Technology Sydney and a PhD from The University of Sydney. Mikaela has a broad range of clinical experience practicing across acute inpatient, outpatient community, and university mental healthcare settings. She supports individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, behaviour and emotion regulation difficulties, relationship challenges, trauma, and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder. She utilises a person-centred, trauma-informed approach and draws on evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Schema Therapy.
Dr Melanie Brookes holds a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and a Masters of Science from The University of Sydney. She enjoys working with individual adults and couples. Melanie works with a broad range of psychological challenges, with an interest in perinatal psychology and fertility, anxiety, mood and adjustment disorders. Melanie works within the modalities of CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Schema therapy, whilst also being informed by psychodynamic approaches such as ISTDP. Melanie is also a trained couples therapist, working within the The Gottman Method framework. She has a warm, compassionate approach to her work.
Laura completed a Masters of Clinical Psychology at Western Sydney University and a Bachelor of Psychology with first class honours at Macquarie University. Laura is a warm and compassionate psychologist who conducts therapy and assessments. She works with a diverse range of presenting concerns in children and adults including; ADHD, anxiety, depression, study and work stress, burnout, obsessive compulsive disorder, phobias, relationship difficulties, and grief. She uses evidence-based modalities including CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Problem Solving Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and is an accredited Cool Kids provider. Laura offers comprehensive assessments for children and adults in the areas of ADHD, learning and academic abilities, memory, and intellectual assessment.
Dr Esmaeili is an experienced General Practitioner with a special interest in Psychological Medicine. He provides General Practitioner services, as well as psychological counselling. He can provide diagnoses, medication advice and prescriptions, chronic pain and chronic illness management, end-stage disease management, mental health care plans, and psychological therapy. He can provide services in English or Farsi.
Dan studied his Bachelor of Psychological Science at University of NSW and a Masters of Psychotherapy and Counselling at Western Sydney University. He has experience working with couples to address disconnection and dissatisfaction in their relationship, as well as with individuals to address men’s mental health, post-separation parenting, drug and alcohol use, and supporting autistic and ADHD adults.
Cassandra, affectionately known as Cass, boasts an extensive career spanning over 15 years in the health sector, primarily excelling in the role of Office Manager. Her wealth of experience has equipped her with extensive knowledge and a remarkable ability to provide invaluable assistance. Cass stands out for her professional expertise, her warm and calming demeanor and genuine interest in people, taking the time to build connections and establish rapport.
Emily has 5+ years experience in administration, reception and client services, as well as an educational background in psychology. She is kind and caring, supporting the needs of clients to navigate the mental health system with compassion, patience, and a focus on being genuinely helpful. Emily is currently studying a psychology at Masters level, with a goal of becoming a psychologist.
Eryn has several years’ experience in client services and administrative capacities in the healthcare setting, as well as undertaking psychology studies. She is helpful, detail-oriented, and takes time to understand the specific needs of each client.
Sydney City Psychology
193 Macquarie Street, Sydney 2000
info@sydneycitypsychology.com.au
(02) 9235 3127
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