Expert Psychotherapist in Sydney
Personalised Care for Your Mental Wellbeing
Looking for a psychotherapist in Sydney who understands the complexities of mental health and offers compassionate, professional support? Wendy Corliss is a highly experienced psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties and drug and alcohol issues. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Wendy provides a holistic approach to therapy, integrating mind, body, and spirit to support your journey towards healing and self-awareness
When to Seek Help for Psychotherapy
Wendy specialises in psychotherapy by providing expert support for individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, and panic attacks. Symptoms of anxiety and stress can often mimic medical conditions, so it’s important to consult your doctor to rule out any physical health issues.
Common symptoms of anxiety and stress include:
- Excessive worrying, even in situations where there’s no apparent need to worry.
- Persistent, stressful, and anxious thoughts that cause significant discomfort.
- Physical symptoms such as a racing or pounding heart, shortness of breath, shaking, sweating, nausea, or stomach discomfort not attributed to a medical illness.
- Avoidance behaviours, such as staying home due to the fear of panicking in public spaces.
- Feeling dizzy or faint during episodes of intense anxiety and stress.
- Experiencing fear or shame about losing control, feeling like you’re going crazy, or fearing death during panic attacks.
- Social anxiety and discomfort in public settings, often accompanied by a fear of experiencing a panic attack in these situations.
- Concerns about increasing self-medication with drugs or alcohol to cope with severe anxiety.
Wendy’s approach to therapy addresses these challenges head-on, providing clients with effective tools to manage their symptoms and regain control over their lives.
Services Overview
Wendy’s Sydney psychotherapy practice offers a range of services, including individual therapy, couples counselling, and specialised support for complex conditions like PTSD and substance misuse. Each session is organised to meet your individual needs, whether it’s managing stress, overcoming anxiety, or improving relationships. Wendy’s approach is client-centred and evidence-based, ensuring you receive the best possible care.
Wendy’s Approach to Psychotherapy
Wendy uses a structured six-step process to guide you through therapy:
Step 1: Develop Safety and Trust
Establishing a secure and trusting relationship is the first step. Wendy is dedicated to making you feel comfortable and accepted, which is crucial for effective therapy.
Step 2: Calm and Soothe
Wendy helps clients learn techniques to relax the mind and body, reducing the emotional distress that often accompanies conditions like anxiety and depression.
Step 3: Ease in Relationships
Therapy will help you understand the impact of stress and trauma on your relationships, allowing you to set healthy boundaries and communicate more effectively.
Step 4: Increase Self-Awareness
Wendy empowers you to make positive changes in your life by deepening your understanding of your emotional responses and behaviours.
Step 5: Improve Mood
As therapy progresses, you’ll experience more joy and confidence, discovering new strengths and creative potential.
Step 6: Integrate Learning
Ultimately, Wendy’s goal is to help you feel whole and free, leaving past distress behind and embracing a more fulfilling life.
Meet Our Experienced Sydney Psychotherapist
Wendy Corliss is a seasoned psychotherapist based in Sydney, committed to helping individuals overcome complex mental health challenges. With a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, Wendy supports clients through their darkest moments, holding hope for healing even when they may feel discouraged. She specialises in treating serious mental health conditions that have not responded to other therapies, offering a holistic model that addresses both emotional and physical well-being.
Why Choose Our Sydney Therapy Services?
As a holistic psychotherapist, Wendy can provide guidance on healthy eating and exercise to support overall well-being. With my background as a trained nurse practitioner, she is also qualified to screen for physical health conditions that may be influencing emotional or psychological concerns. Additionally, as an endorsed nurse practitioner, she can offer Medicare rebates for eligible services.
If you’re ready to take the next step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life, contact Wendy Corliss today to book your first session. And start your journey with one of Sydney’s most experienced psychotherapists.