Business Details
Expert Psychotherapy in Northern Beaches
Living Consciously is a psychotherapy practice founded on over three decades of clinical expertise, offering tailored mental health support to individuals and couples across Sydney's Northern Beaches. Our approach integrates advanced psychiatric care with holistic healing methodologies, addressing complex issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance misuse. As a Nurse Practitioner and psychotherapist, we combine evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy with lifestyle guidance to foster lasting emotional resilience.Our six-phase therapeutic framework prioritises safety, self-awareness, and integration, empowering clients to overcome past traumas and cultivate fulfilling lives. With Medicare rebates available and flexible session formats, we ensure accessible, compassionate care for those seeking meaningful transformation.
Services
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Trauma Treatment
Psychiatric Assessment
Online Therapy
Stress Management
Substance Abuse Counselling
Highlights and features
- 30+ years treating complex mental health conditions with evidence-based therapies
- Combines psychiatric medication management with holistic healing approaches
- Medicare rebates available for affordable long-term treatment options
- Trauma-informed care integrating EMDR, somatic therapy, and psychodynamic techniques
- Personalised six-phase treatment framework for lasting emotional transformation
What people say
Life-changing progress
Deeply intuitive therapist
Drastically improved coping skills
Anxiety-free living
Consistent professional support
Services
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Comprehensive mental health treatment addressing depression, anxiety, and trauma through evidence-based modalities. Combines psychodynamic approaches with somatic therapies to resolve underlying issues. Targets long-term behavioural patterns affecting emotional wellbeing for sustainable personal growth.
Couples Therapy
Specialised relationship support using Emotionally Focused Therapy to improve communication and rebuild trust. Addresses conflict resolution, intimacy enhancement, and recovery from infidelity. Structured approach with individual and joint sessions for lasting relationship improvements.
Trauma Treatment
Advanced trauma resolution using EMDR and Somatic Experiencing techniques. Targets neurobiological impacts of traumatic experiences to reduce flashbacks and emotional distress. Integrates body-awareness practices for complete nervous system regulation and healing.
Psychiatric Assessment
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations with medication management options. Combines diagnostic precision with holistic treatment planning. Offers Medicare rebates for accessible care and collaborates with GPs for integrated patient support.
Online Therapy
Secure telehealth sessions for remote mental health support. Maintains therapeutic effectiveness through digital platforms while ensuring accessibility. Ideal for clients outside Northern Beaches or with mobility constraints seeking consistent care.
People
Wendy Corliss
Psychotherapist & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
30+ year clinical expert in trauma recovery and mental health, holding dual qualifications in psychotherapy and nursing. Specialises in treating complex PTSD, depression, and anxiety disorders using evidence-based modalities while incorporating holistic wellness strategies for comprehensive healing.
Questions
Are you based in the Northern Beaches?
Yes, our practice is located in Dee Why, serving Sydney's Northern Beaches region with in-person and online therapy options.
Do you offer Medicare rebates?
As a registered Nurse Practitioner, we provide sessions eligible for Medicare rebates, including the $111.55 rebate per session under mental health care plans.
What therapy approaches do you use?
We utilise evidence-based methods including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Trauma Sensitive Yoga Therapy tailored to individual client needs.
Can you prescribe medication?
Yes, as a Nurse Practitioner, we can prescribe psychiatric medications and monitor their effectiveness alongside therapeutic interventions.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide secure online therapy via Zoom or other video platforms for clients unable to attend in person.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialise in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties using integrated therapeutic approaches.
