Our Comprehensive Range of Services

Tailored Solutions to meet your needs

Individual Counselling

We offer 50-minute talk-based therapy sessions to older adolescents and adults.

Do you find yourself repeating unhelpful patterns or behaviours? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed or confused about how to start making changes in your behaviours or relationships? Do you want to explore how you can enrich your life and create sustained change?

We understand it can be difficult to prioritise your mental health. When you work with us, we will ensure your preferences, needs and values always guide your treatment. There is no right way to approach therapy - you may prefer long term support or occasional check-ins. Whatever your needs are, we provide a safe and non-judgemental environment for you to start changing your relationship with your thoughts and feelings.

First Avenue Psychology is an inclusive and professional clinical psychology practice based in the beautiful seaside village of Sawtell, New South Wales. We also offer telehealth services Australia-wide.

EMDR

A gold standard, evidence based treatment for trauma.

EMDR is an evidenced based, eight phase protocol designed to resolve distress associated with past disturbing memories, present triggers, current symptoms and to develop helpful future responses.

EMDR uses a combination of dual attention / bilateral eye stimulation, nervous system regulation skills and cognitive techniques.

Who may benefit from EMDR?

People that have experienced trauma (single event or complex trauma), phobias, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, performance anxiety.

References

If you want to learn more about EMDR, you can explore an extensive list of research publications curated by the EMDR Institute here. Additionally, you can watch these short explainer videos here.

individualised support

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Mood & Anxiety

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Panic attacks
Excessive worry
Phobias
Obsessions and compulsions

Relationships

Communication
Loneliness and isolation
Relationship Issues
Intimacy
Infidelity and trust

Personal Growth

Mindfulness
Confidence
Self-esteem
Assertiveness
Discovering life purpose

Behavioural and Emotional Disorders

Impulse Control Disorders
Personality Disorders
Anger management
Emotion regulation
Compulsive behaviours

Adjustment and Life Transitions

Retirement
Work changes
Family changes
Transition to parenthood
Peri and postnatal concerns

Trauma and Related Issues

Grief and loss
Post Traumatic stress
Unresolved historical trauma
Complex trauma
Stress management

Chronic Conditions

Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Weight management
Support for older adults
Adjustment to illness and complications
Palliative care support
Eating disorders

Women’s Health

Menstrual health
Pregnancy and Postpartum support
Menopause management
PMDD
Body image and self esteem
Sexual health and intimacy
PCOS

Sports and Performance

Mental Blocks
Performance Stress
Goal Achievement
Team Dynamics
Injury Rehabilitation
Focus and Concentration

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Mood & Anxiety

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Panic attacks
Excessive worry
Phobias
Obsessions and compulsions

Relationships

Communication
Loneliness and isolation
Relationship Issues
Intimacy
Infidelity and trust

Personal Growth

Mindfulness
Confidence
Self-esteem
Assertiveness
Discovering life purpose

Behavioural and Emotional Disorders

Impulse Control Disorders
Personality Disorders
Anger management
Emotion regulation
Compulsive behaviours

Adjustment and Life Transitions

Retirement
Work changes
Family changes
Transition to parenthood
Peri and postnatal concerns

Trauma and Related Issues

Grief and loss
Post Traumatic stress
Unresolved historical trauma
Complex trauma
Stress management

Chronic Conditions

Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Weight management
Support for older adults
Adjustment to illness and complications
Palliative care support
Eating disorders

Women’s Health

Menstrual health
Pregnancy and Postpartum support
Menopause management
PMDD
Body image and self esteem
Sexual health and intimacy
PCOS

Sports and Performance

Mental Blocks
Performance Stress
Goal Achievement
Team Dynamics
Injury Rehabilitation
Focus and Concentration

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Group Therapy

Depending on demand and availability, we offer group therapy for various challenges such as low mood/depression, anxiety, stress and chronic illness/pain. Contact us to register your interest or to request further information. Medicare rebates may be available for group therapy attendance with a valid referral.

Corporate

For our corporate and professional clients, we offer keynote presentations for events, along with professional supervision, workshops, and coaching services for businesses or individuals with a desire to reach their potential and experience lasting success.

Workshops & Events

Lisa Abraham provides event and panel speaking services, workshop presentations and business consultancy services on a range of psychological topics. Please contact us for further information.

Supervision

We offer Board Approved Supervision services to psychology trainees and registrars. Get in touch to learn more.

Acknowledgement of Country
‍Our clinic is located on the lands of the traditional custodians, the Gumbaynggirr people. We recognise their long history on this land, the land they call mother, and the care they have given to her for thousands of years. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and future for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia. We thank them for allowing us to live and learn on their lands. We must always remember that this land and her waters are, and always will be, traditional Aboriginal land.