Therapy and Counselling for Anxiety Disorders
Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology | Menai and Sutherland Shire
At Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology in Menai, our psychologists and counsellors provide evidence-based, neuro-affirming therapy for anxiety in children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Anxiety is a common and understandable human response to stress or uncertainty, yet when it becomes persistent or overwhelming, it can interfere with sleep, study, work, relationships and everyday life.
Anxiety can appear in many ways. Some people experience constant worry, restlessness or irritability, while others notice physical changes such as muscle tension, fatigue, stomach discomfort or a racing heart. It can also lead to avoidance, overthinking or unhelpful coping behaviours such as emotional eating, smoking or alcohol use.
Our clinicians recognise that anxiety often exists alongside other experiences such as ADHD, autism, trauma or eating disorders. Therapy at Evolving Minds is neuro-affirming and trauma-informed, helping clients understand how their brain, body and environment interact. We take a compassionate, strengths-based approach that supports emotional regulation, self-understanding and confidence.
We work with a wide range of presentations, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobias and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We also provide support for health anxiety, situational anxiety and separation anxiety across the Sutherland Shire and surrounding areas, including Bangor, Illawong and Engadine.
Therapy draws on evidence-based approaches tailored to each person’s age and goals, which may include:
Therapy focuses on identifying the patterns that contribute to anxiety while developing practical coping strategies. We work collaboratively with each client to ensure therapy is responsive, respectful, and aligned with individual goals.
Sessions focus on developing practical coping strategies, improving emotional safety and restoring balance. Therapy is collaborative, respectful and grounded in each person’s unique experiences and values.
Appointments are available in person at our Menai practice in the Sutherland Shire or online across Sydney and Australia. If you’re seeking anxiety counselling or therapy, our credentialed, trauma-informed and neuro-affirming team is here to help.