Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Sydney
At The Cheerful Clinic, we are dedicated to providing personalized psychological therapy in a caring and safe environment. With over a decade of experience across Sydney's leading practices, our principal psychologist combines academic expertise with practical methodologies to address complex mental health challenges. We specialise in evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness Techniques, tailored to individual needs across short-term consultations and long-term development programs.Our practice serves diverse age groups, from children to seniors, addressing conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. We remain committed to accessibility through Telehealth services, ensuring continuity of care during challenging times while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Services
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Management
Trauma Counselling
Addiction Recovery
CBT Therapy
EMDR Treatment
Stress Management
Personal Development Coaching
Eating Disorders Counselling
Domestic Violence Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of experience in evidence-based psychological treatments
- Our therapies are tailored to individual client needs and goals
- We utilise proven methodologies including CBT, EMDR and Mindfulness Techniques
- We provide accessible Telehealth services for remote psychological support
- Our practice serves clients across all life stages from children to seniors
Associations and certifications
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Services
Depression Therapy
Specialised treatment for depressive disorders using evidence-based approaches. Our therapists employ Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques to address persistent sadness, loss of interest, and motivation issues. Personalised programs focus on restoring emotional balance and developing coping strategies for long-term mental wellbeing.
Trauma Counselling
Comprehensive trauma recovery programs incorporating EMDR and Exposure Therapy. We help clients process distressing memories and develop grounding techniques for managing flashbacks. Treatment addresses both recent traumatic events and complex PTSD from prolonged adverse experiences across all age groups.
Addiction Recovery
Holistic approach to overcoming substance dependencies and behavioural addictions. Our programs combine Motivational Interviewing with relapse prevention strategies, addressing underlying psychological factors. We support recovery from alcohol, drug, and process addictions through individualised treatment plans.
EMDR Treatment
Specialised Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy for trauma and anxiety disorders. This evidence-based technique helps reprocess traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation. Sessions focus on reducing emotional distress and developing positive cognitive associations with past experiences.
Stress Management
Personalised programs for managing work-related stress and life pressures. We teach practical techniques including time management strategies and relaxation exercises. Treatment addresses burnout symptoms and develops resilience through cognitive restructuring and behavioural modifications.
People
Alexandra Irving (Saunders)
Principal Psychologist
Registered psychologist with 10+ years' experience across Sydney clinics. Specialises in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma using evidence-based therapies. Combines academic expertise with compassionate care to deliver personalised treatment programs for diverse client needs.
Questions
What psychological services do you offer?
We provide evidence-based treatments for depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and stress management using CBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness Techniques tailored to individual needs.
Are Telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure video consultations for clients across NSW, ensuring continuity of care from the comfort of your home during challenging times.
What experience does your team have?
Our principal psychologist has over a decade of experience across Sydney's leading practices, treating diverse mental health conditions with evidence-based approaches for clients of all ages.
Do you accept insurance or workers' compensation claims?
We provide services for workers' compensation and CTP counselling. Check with your provider regarding coverage and claim requirements before your initial consultation.
