Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner
Surry Hills Psychology is a dedicated mental health practice established to provide compassionate and individualised psychological counselling for adolescents and adults. Our approach prioritises creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore personal challenges and foster growth. With expertise in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, we utilise evidence-based practices tailored to each client's unique needs. Our therapist brings extensive experience from diverse therapeutic settings, including work with schizophrenia, dissociation, and trauma-related conditions. We integrate cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches to promote self-awareness and meaningful change.Sessions are designed to help clients align their actions with personal values while navigating emotional conflicts and relational patterns. Flexibility in service delivery includes online sessions via Skype, ensuring accessibility for all clients. Our commitment to professional standards is demonstrated through registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). We accept Medicare rebates and private health insurance claims, making quality mental health care more accessible. With a focus on collaboration and client expertise, Surry Hills Psychology empowers individuals to overcome barriers and achieve greater life satisfaction.
Services
Psychological Counselling
Anxiety Management
Depression Treatment
Trauma Therapy
Life Transition Support
LGBTQI Support
Stress Management
Relationship Counselling
Self-Esteem Development
Emotion Regulation
Highlights and features
- Registered with AHPRA for professional mental health standards
- Specialised in trauma and anxiety disorder treatment
- Flexible online therapy sessions via Skype
- Holistic, client-centred therapeutic approach
- Accepts Medicare and private insurance rebates
Associations and certifications
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Services
Psychological Counselling
Personalised psychological counselling tailored to individual needs. Our sessions address emotional conflicts, relational patterns, and life challenges through evidence-based approaches. Clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies for improved mental wellbeing in a supportive environment.
Trauma Therapy
Specialised treatment for trauma-related conditions including dissociation and emotion regulation difficulties. We employ integrative techniques to help clients process traumatic experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Our approach considers the impact of childhood attachments and developmental trauma.
Anxiety Management
Targeted interventions for anxiety disorders including social anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies. Our therapy combines cognitive behavioural techniques with mindfulness practices to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning for lasting relief.
Life Transition Support
Navigating life transitions with professional support for career changes, relationship adjustments, and personal growth challenges. We help clients identify values and overcome obstacles during periods of significant life change through collaborative therapeutic exploration.
LGBTQI Support
Specialised mental health support addressing minority stress and wellbeing concerns for LGBTQI individuals. Our inclusive approach considers cultural factors and identity development challenges to promote authentic self-expression and emotional resilience.
People
Alexandra Zorbas-Maiden
Psychologist
Registered psychologist with postgraduate qualifications from the College of Professional Psychology. Specialises in trauma therapy, anxiety disorders, and LGBTQI support. Combines psychodynamic and evidence-based approaches for holistic mental health care.
Questions
What are your session fees?
Standard fee is $180 per hour session. Medicare rebates of $89 apply with a Mental Health Care Plan. Bulk billing available for eligible clients.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, most sessions are available via Skype for greater accessibility and convenience across Sydney and regional areas.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem development, and life transitions. Also experienced in supporting LGBTQI individuals and trauma-related conditions.
How do I claim Medicare rebates?
Bring a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP to your first session. We are registered Medicare providers, allowing up to 10 rebated sessions annually.
What is your cancellation policy?
48 hours notice required for cancellations. Less than 24 hours notice incurs full fee, 24-48 hours attracts 50% charge.
