Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Psychological Support in Sydney
Established in 2003, our practice has dedicated over two decades to delivering psychological support to individuals, families, and couples in Sydney CBD. Our team of registered psychologists and counsellors combines evidence-based therapies with personalized care, addressing mental health concerns, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. With expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and workplace stress, we prioritize accessibility through flexible in-person and online sessions. Our clinicians hold a minimum of 10 years' experience, ensuring clients receive care grounded in clinical rigor and compassion. We collaborate closely with medical professionals to align therapeutic approaches with broader healthcare needs.Our fees remain below the Australian Psychological Society's recommended rate, and we accept Medicare and private health fund rebates. Located in the historic St. James Trust Building, our practice offers a convenient hub for clients across Sydney and beyond. We maintain rigorous professional standards through registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Whether addressing acute challenges or pursuing long-term development, we guide clients through tailored therapeutic journeys. Our commitment to quality care has earned consistent trust from both individuals and medical practitioners across Sydney.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counselling
Online Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Convenient Sydney CBD location with public transport access
- 20+ years of trusted psychological expertise since 2003
- All psychologists registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Fees below Australian Psychological Society's recommended rate ($230-$250)
- Flexible in-person and secure online therapy options available
Associations and certifications
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored psychological support addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approach combines clinical expertise with personalized care plans to help clients achieve emotional well-being and personal growth through structured therapeutic sessions.
Couples Counselling
Specialized therapy for relationship challenges including communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and rebuilding trust. Our practitioners help couples develop healthier interaction patterns and strengthen emotional connections through structured therapeutic frameworks focused on mutual understanding and growth.
Online Therapy
Secure video and phone consultations for clients outside Sydney or preferring remote access. This service maintains clinical rigor while offering flexibility, ensuring geographical barriers don't prevent access to quality psychological care through encrypted digital platforms.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Structured, goal-oriented treatment focusing on modifying negative thought patterns and behaviours. Delivered over 6-20 sessions, this evidence-based approach teaches practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, OCD, and insomnia through skills-based interventions targeting cognitive and behavioural change.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Mindfulness-based approach promoting psychological flexibility through acceptance strategies and values clarification. This method helps clients manage chronic pain, anxiety, and depression by developing present-moment awareness and committing to meaningful life actions aligned with personal values.
People
Dr Oscar Modesto
Psychologist
Specializes in couples counselling and relationship therapy with expertise in family dynamics, grief, and existential issues. Offers tailored therapeutic approaches for individual and relational challenges.
Kim Stevens
Psychologist
Focuses on anxiety management, stress reduction, and perinatal psychology. Experienced in addressing life patterns and relationship dynamics through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Talia Gonda
Clinical Psychologist
Expert in treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and self-esteem issues. Specializes in student mental health and procrastination challenges with structured therapeutic frameworks.
Bruno Giusti Diaz
Psychologist
Specializes in trauma recovery, workplace stress, and migration adjustment. Provides culturally sensitive therapy for depression, social skills development, and family dynamics.
Connie Terzis
Clinical Psychologist & Practice Principal
Leads the practice with expertise in anxiety disorders, relationship therapy, and chronic stress management. Oversees clinical operations and ensures adherence to professional standards.
Questions
What therapy options are available?
We offer individual therapy, couples counselling, online sessions via telehealth, CBT, and ACT. All services are tailored to client needs with both in-person and remote options available.
Do you accept Medicare or insurance rebates?
Yes, our services qualify for Medicare rebates with a mental health care plan and private health fund rebates where applicable.
Are your psychologists qualified?
All practitioners are registered with AHPRA, holding minimum 10 years' clinical experience in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, workplace stress, migration adjustment, and chronic stress management.
Is after-hours emergency support available?
We are not an emergency service. For urgent matters, contact Lifeline (13 11 14) or emergency services.
